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Solving Equations Notes

To solve equations, the goal is to isolate the variable by using inverse operations. This involves locating the variable and removing values until it is alone on one side of the equation. When dealing with fractions in equations, common denominators are needed for addition and subtraction, while multiplication involves multiplying numerators and denominators across and division means flipping the dividing fraction and multiplying across.

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Solving Equations Notes

To solve equations, the goal is to isolate the variable by using inverse operations. This involves locating the variable and removing values until it is alone on one side of the equation. When dealing with fractions in equations, common denominators are needed for addition and subtraction, while multiplication involves multiplying numerators and denominators across and division means flipping the dividing fraction and multiplying across.

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Solving Equations Notes

An equation is made up of two equal expressions. When solving equations the goal is to ____________ the variable using _____________ operations. Always start by locating the variable and keep removing values until it is completely isolated on one side of the equation (all by itself).

1-step equations m + 9 = 21 m/4 56= y 24 11p = 66 92 =

Dealing with Fractions in Equations


Many freshmen struggle with basic operations of fractions. (add/subtract, multiply, divide) Here are some example one-step equations similar to those you will be expected to be able to solve.

3 5 n = 12

1z=2 5 4

Rules for Fractions


Adding and Subracting- You must get a common denominator. Then add or subtract the numerator depending on type of question. Keep the denominator the same. Reduce the fraction if necessary.

Multiplying- Multiply straight across (numerator by numerator and denominator by denominator) Reduce the fraction if necessary.

Division- Flip the fraction you are dividing by and then multiply straight across. Reduce the fraction if necessary.

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