Equations Review

Front

What is the solution to the equation: 3y + 4y + 6 = 20?

Back

y = 2

Front

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

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides.

Front

Solve for m in the equation: -15 = -4m + 5.

Back

m = 5

Front

Solve for x: 4 - 2(x - 3) = 24.

Back

x = -7

Front

Solve for z in the equation: z - 33 = 147.

Back

z = 180

Front

What is the principle of balancing equations in algebra?

Back

To maintain equality, whatever operation is performed on one side of the equation must also be performed on the other side.

Front

Define a linear equation.

Back

An equation that makes a straight line when graphed, typically in the form y = mx + b.

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 opposite side.

Front

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

Back

x = 4.

Front

What is the method to solve the equation: 5x - 2 = 3x + 6?

Back

Combine like terms and isolate x.