What is an equation?
Solving Equations with variables on both sides

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing one or more variables.
2.
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What does it mean to solve an equation?
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To solve an equation means to find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are variables in an equation?
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Variables are symbols (usually letters) that represent unknown values in an equation.
4.
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What is the goal when solving equations with variables on both sides?
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The goal is to isolate the variable on one side of the equation to find its value.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the first step in solving the equation 2(x + 6) + 3 = 9 + 5x?
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Distribute the 2 to both terms inside the parentheses: 2x + 12 + 3 = 9 + 5x.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you combine like terms in an equation?
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You add or subtract the coefficients of the same variable terms to simplify the equation.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the solution to the equation 10x + 9 = 4x - 9?
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x = -3.
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