Solving Equations

Front

Solve for k: 6k = 30

Back

k = 5

Front

Solve for x: 3x + 2x + 7 = 10x - 16

Back

x = 23/5

Front

Solve for y: 2y + 7 = 11

Back

y = 2

Front

Solve for x: x + 8 = -3

Back

x = -11

Front

Solve for b: -11 + 3(b + 5) = 7

Back

b = 1

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 6k = 30?

Back

Divide both sides by 6.

Front

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

Back

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

Front

What is the solution to the equation 2y + 7 = 11?

Back

y = 2

Front

How do you check if your solution for x + 8 = -3 is correct?

Back

Substitute -11 back into the equation: -11 + 8 = -3.

Front

What is the purpose of combining like terms in an equation?

Back

To simplify the equation and make it easier to solve.