Solving Addition Equations With Variables

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What is the first step to solve the equation x + 8 = 10?

Back

Subtract 8 from both sides.

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Solve for p: p + 22 = 66

Back

p = 44

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Solve for t: 16 = t + 5

Back

t = 11

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What is the inverse operation of adding (+)?

Back

Subtracting (-) is the inverse operation.

Front

Solve for x: x + 4 = 14

Back

x = 10

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

Back

To find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

Front

What is a variable in an equation?

Back

A symbol (like x or p) that represents an unknown value.

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

Back

To isolate the variable and find its value.

Front

If you have the equation x + 3 = 7, what is x?

Back

x = 4

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What is the equation for finding the value of a variable?

Back

An equation is a mathematical statement that two expressions are equal.