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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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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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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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the first step in solving the equation 3b - 12 = -3?

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Add 12 to both sides of the equation to isolate the term with the variable.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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Solve for b: 3b - 12 = -3

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b = 3

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the process to combine like terms in an equation?

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Combine terms that have the same variable and exponent to simplify the equation.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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Solve for x: 4x + 5x = 27

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x = 3

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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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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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for m: 3m - 4 = 5m + 10

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m = -7

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What is a variable in an equation?

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

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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Solve for f: f + 12 = 3f - 20

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f = 16