Algebraic Equations.

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What is an algebraic equation?

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An algebraic equation is a mathematical statement that shows the equality of two expressions, typically involving variables and constants.

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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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What is the first step in solving the equation 3y - 10 = 4?

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Add 10 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 10 - 3y = 4?

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Subtract 10 from both sides of the equation.

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Solve for x: 8x - 10 = -34

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x = -3.

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Solve for x: 4x - 6 = 30

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x = 9.

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Solve for x: x - 9 = 15

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x = 24.

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What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

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Isolating the variable helps to find its value by getting it alone on one side of the equation.

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What is a coefficient in an algebraic expression?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor that multiplies a variable in an algebraic expression.

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What is a constant in an algebraic equation?

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A constant is a fixed value that does not change, represented by a number.