Solving Equations Flashcard Algebra 2ACC

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What is the distributive property?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac.

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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.

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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 algebra?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents one or more numbers.

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Subtract 3 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.