Solving Equations

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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 variables.

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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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What is the first step in solving the equation 3p - 1 = 5?

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Add 1 to both sides to isolate the term with the variable: 3p = 6.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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You can isolate a variable by performing inverse operations to both sides of the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation 3p - 1 = 5?

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p = 2.

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What is the equation represented by m - 7 + 5m = 11?

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Combine like terms to get 6m - 7 = 11.

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What is the solution to the equation m - 7 + 5m = 11?

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m = 3.

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Multiply both sides by 2 to get x = -20.

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x = -20.

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What does the equation x + 6 = 13 represent?

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It represents a situation where a number increased by 6 equals 13.