MS Equations Flashcard Review

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation 137 = 5(1 - 8n) - 4n?

Back

Distribute the 5 to both terms inside the parentheses.

Front

What is the solution to the equation -124 = 4(1 + 8k)?

Back

k = -4.

Front

How do you combine like terms in the equation 2x - 3 + 4x = 27?

Back

Combine 2x and 4x to get 6x.

Front

What is the solution to the equation -6 - 3x - 8x = -17?

Back

x = 1.

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation 5x - 4 + 2x = 3?

Back

Combine like terms: 5x + 2x = 7x.

Front

What does it mean to isolate the variable in an equation?

Back

To get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 2x + 3 = 11?

Back

x = 4.

Front

What is the purpose of checking your solution in an equation?

Back

To verify that the solution satisfies the original equation.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 3(x - 2) = 12?

Back

x = 6.

Front

What is the definition of a linear equation?

Back

An equation that makes a straight line when graphed.