Equations with Distribution and a step

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What is the distributive property in algebra?

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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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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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x = 6

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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Isolating a variable means rearranging the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

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v = 3

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the first step in solving an equation with distribution?

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The first step is to apply the distributive property to eliminate parentheses.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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x = 5

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is a linear equation?

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A linear equation is an equation that makes a straight line when graphed. It has no variables raised to a power greater than one.

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CCSS.8.F.B.4

CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2

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x = 5

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the purpose of combining like terms in an equation?

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Combining like terms simplifies the equation, making it easier to solve.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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w = -7

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B