Equations Flashcard 7.1-7.4

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing one or more variables.

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What does it mean to solve for a variable?

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To solve for a variable means to find the value of that variable that makes the equation true.

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What is the solution to the equation 12 + m = 15?

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m = 3

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If Clover has 8 Xbox games and has twice as many as Jordan, which equation represents Jordan's games?

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8 = 2J

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What is the first step to solve the equation 6p - 5 = 13?

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Add 5 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the value of x in the equation x = 20 - 10?

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x = 10

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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You perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation until the variable is alone.

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What equation can be used to find Janeen's age if her mother is 47 and she is 26 years older?

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j + 26 = 47

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What is the solution to the equation 6p - 5 = 13?

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p = 3

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What does the term 'variable' mean in mathematics?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value.