Algebra Bell Ringer 9/22

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Solve for a: a - b + c = 9

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a = b - c + 9

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Solve for y: 5x + y = 16

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y = -5x + 16

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Solve for m: m - n = 5

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m = n + 5

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Solve for x: g = 6x

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x = \frac{g}{6}

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How can we isolate x in an equation?

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Divide by k

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Definition of a variable in algebra

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A symbol used to represent an unknown value.

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What is the purpose of solving equations?

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To find the value of the unknown variable.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To manipulate an equation so that the variable is on one side by itself.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 2x + 3 = 11?

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Subtract 3 from both sides.

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What is the solution to the equation 3x = 12?

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x = 4