Algebra Basics: Subtraction and Variable Positioning

What is the first step in solving an algebraic equation using the movement method?

• Add a constant to both sides

• Divide both sides by a constant

• Multiply both sides by a constant

• Isolate the variable

In the equation '19 - 5 = X', what is the value of X?

• 4

• 14

• 24

• 9

When a number in an equation does not have a sign in front of it, what is its assumed sign?

• Negative

• Positive

• Zero

• Undefined

If 23 + X = 65, what is the value of X?

• 65

• 42

• 23

• 88

What should you do if you encounter a variable in the middle of an equation?

• Move the variable to the left side

• Isolate the variable by moving constants

• Ignore the variable

• Add a constant to the variable