Variables and Inverse Operations

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What is a variable in mathematics?

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A symbol used to represent an unknown value, often denoted by letters like x, y, or z.

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What is an inverse operation?

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An operation that reverses the effect of another operation. For example, addition and subtraction are inverse operations.

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Multiply by 8.

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Addition.

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What does the word 'inverse' mean?

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To do the opposite.

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Add 15.

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Division.

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Subtract 10.

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Add 5.

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Division.