Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides

What is the main objective of the lesson?

• To solve equations with variables on both sides

• To learn how to solve quadratic equations

• To master addition and subtraction

• To understand the distributive property

What is the first step in solving any linear equation?

• Distribute if necessary

• Combine like terms

• Clear the coefficient

• Check the solution

When combining like terms, where should you look first?

• On the right side of the equation

• On the left side of the equation

• On both sides simultaneously

• In the middle of the equation

What should you do if there are variable terms on both sides of the equation?

• Combine them using inverse operations

• Move them to the right side

• Ignore them

• Move them to the left side

What is the final step in the six-step process?

• Distribute if necessary

• Clear the coefficient

• Check the solution

• Combine like terms

In the sample equation, what is the inverse operation of subtracting 3x?

• Subtracting 3x

• Dividing by 3

• Adding 3x

• Multiplying by 3

What is the solution to the sample equation after clearing the coefficient?

• x = 6

• x = -6

• x = 5

• x = -5

In the guided practice example, what is the solution to the equation?

• x = 5

• x = 4.5

• x = -5

• x = -4.5

What is the result of combining two-fifths x and three-fifths x?

• One-fifth x

• Four-fifths x

• Five-fifths x

• Six-fifths x

What is the final solution to the equation in the last example?

• x = 7

• x = 9

• x = 6

• x = 8