Math word problems basic algebra

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What is an algebraic equation?

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An algebraic equation is a mathematical statement that shows the equality of two expressions, typically involving variables and constants.

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What does 'solving for x' mean in algebra?

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'Solving for x' means finding the value of the variable x that makes the equation true.

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an equation.

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What is a constant in algebra?

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A constant is a fixed value that does not change.

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What is the purpose of using algebra in word problems?

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Algebra helps to translate real-world situations into mathematical equations that can be solved.

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How do you set up an equation from a word problem?

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Identify the unknown, define variables, and translate the relationships described in the problem into an equation.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To isolate a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

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What is the first step in solving a basic algebraic equation?

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The first step is to simplify both sides of the equation if possible.

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What is a coefficient in algebra?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor that multiplies a variable in an algebraic expression.

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What is the difference between an equation and an expression?

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An equation states that two expressions are equal, while an expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operations without an equality sign.