Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides Review

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation -11 - 3x = 44 - 2x?

Back

Get the variable on one side.

Front

Solve the equation: 12x - 15 = 3(2x + 3)

Back

x = 4.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 2x = x + 3?

Back

x = 3.

Front

Solve the equation: 7w + 5 = 3w - 15

Back

w = 5.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 8w - 8 = -4x + 16?

Back

w = 2.

Front

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

Back

To get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

Front

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

Back

To simplify the equation and make it easier to solve.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 5x + 10 = 30?

Back

x = 4.

Front

How do you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

Back

Substitute the solution back into the original equation.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 3x - 4 = 2x + 5?

Back

Get the variable on one side.