Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides
Grade 8•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can solve equations with variables on both sides by using inverse operations to isolate the variable.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Explain in your own words why it's important to use inverse operations when solving equations with variables on both sides.
2. Solve for 𝑥: 4𝑥 + 3 = 2𝑥 + 7
3. What is the first step you would take to solve the equation 6𝑦 - 5 = 8𝑦 + 1? Explain why you chose that step.
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