Solving Equations

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Using the 'opposite operation' to 'undo' and isolate the variable when solving an equation is more commonly called...

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Inverse operations

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Solve for p: 6p - 5 = 13

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p = 3

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Solve for a: 7 + a/3 = 5

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a = -6

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What are the steps in solving 5b - 6 = 24?

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Add 6 to both sides and divide both sides by 5

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What is the inverse operation needed to solve for p in the equation 765 = p - 254?

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Addition

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What is an equation?

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A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To manipulate an equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 2x + 4 = 12?

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Subtract 4 from both sides.

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What is the solution to the equation x/4 = 3?

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x = 12

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

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To reverse the effect of operations and isolate the variable.