AM7 Equations Flashcard Review

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

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What is the principle of balancing equations?

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The principle states that whatever you do to one side of the equation, you must do to the other side to maintain equality.

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What is a linear equation?

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A linear equation is an equation of the first degree, meaning it has no exponents greater than one.

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What does it mean to check your solution in an equation?

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To check your solution means to substitute your answer back into the original equation to verify that both sides are equal.