Solving Equations

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing variables.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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What is a variable in mathematics?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an equation or expression.

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What is the solution to the equation 33 = 4a - 7?

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a = 10

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What is the solution to the equation -3a + 8 = 14?

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a = -2

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What does it mean if an equation has infinite solutions?

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An equation has infinite solutions if any value of the variable satisfies the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation 12(x + 3) = 4(2x + 9) + 4x?

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Infinite Solutions

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What is the solution to the equation 3x - 7 = 3(x - 3) + 2?

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Infinite Solutions

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions and shows that one is greater than, less than, or not equal to the other.

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What is the solution to the inequality x + 5 ≤ 13?

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x ≤ 8