What is the first step in solving the equation 2a - 4(a - 5) = 10?
M1 Solving Equations with variables on both sides

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1.
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Distribute -4 to a and -5.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Solve the equation 2(x + 6) + 3 = 9 + 5x.
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x = 2.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Solve for the variable in the equation 10x + 9 = 4x - 9.
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x = -3.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the first step to solve the equation 3x + 6 = 10 + 3x + 4x?
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Combine like terms 3x and 4x on the same side of the equation.
5.
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What does it mean to 'distribute' in an equation?
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To multiply each term inside the parentheses by the term outside.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a variable in an equation?
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A symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value.
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What is the purpose of combining like terms in an equation?
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To simplify the equation and make it easier to solve.
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