Equations and Inequalities Review

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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 one or more variables.

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions, showing that one is greater than, less than, greater than or equal to, or less than or equal to the other.

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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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How do you check if a value is a solution to an equation?

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Substitute the value into the equation and see if both sides are equal.

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What is the difference between an equation and an inequality?

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An equation states that two expressions are equal, while an inequality shows that one expression is greater than or less than another.

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