Combining Like Terms and Distributive Property Equations Review

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What is the Distributive Property?

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The Distributive Property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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x = 4

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What does it mean to combine like terms?

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Combining like terms involves adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power, simplifying the expression.

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v = 10

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What is a variable in an equation?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in mathematical expressions and equations.

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n = -2

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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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r = 0

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What is the purpose of solving an equation?

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The purpose of solving an equation is to find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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a = -1