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The equations section of QuickMath allows you to solve and plot virtually any equation or system of equations. In most cases, you can find exact solutions to your equations. Even when this is not possible, QuickMath may be able to give you approximate solutions to almost any level of accuracy you require. It also contains a number of special commands for dealing with quadratic equations.

The Solve command can be uses to solve either a single equation for a single unknown from the basic solve page or to simultaneously solve a system of many equations in many unknowns from the advanced solve page . The advanced command allows you to specify whether you want approximate numerical answers as well as exact ones, and how many digits of accuracy (up to 16) you require. It also allows you to eliminate certain variables from the equations.

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The Quadratics page contains 13 separate commands for dealing with the most common questions concerning quadratics. It allows you to : factor a quadratic function (by two different methods); solve a quadratic equation by factoring the quadratic, using the quadratic formula or by completing the square; rewrite a quadratic function in a different form by completing the square; calculate the concavity, x-intercepts, y-intercept, axis of symmetry and vertex of a parabola; plot a parabola; calculate the discriminant of a quadratic equation and use the discriminant to find the number of roots of a quadratic equation. Each command generates a complete and detailed custom-made explanation of all the steps needed to solve the problem.

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Introduction to Equations

By an equation we mean a mathematical sentence that states that two algebraic expressions are equal. For example, a (b + c) =ab + ac, ab = ba, and x 2 -1 = (x-1)(x+1) are all equations that we have been using. We recall that we defined a variable as a letter that may be replaced by numbers out of a given set, during a given discussion. This specified set of numbers is sometimes called the replacement set. In this chapter we will deal with equations involving variables where the replacement set, unless otherwise specified, is the set of all real numbers for which all the expressions in the equation are defined.

If an equation is true after the variable has been replaced by a specific number, then the number is called a solution of the equation and is said to satisfy it. Obviously, every solution is a member of the replacement set. The real number 3 is a solution of the equation 2x-1 = x+2, since 2*3-1=3+2. while 1 is a solution of the equation (x-1)(x+2) = 0. The set of all solutions of an equation is called the solution set of the equation.

In the first equation above {3} is the solution set, while in the second example {-2,1} is the solution set. We can verify by substitution that each of these numbers is a solution of its respective equation, and we will see later that these are the only solutions.

A conditional equation is an equation that is satisfied by some numbers from its replacement set and not satisfied by others. An identity is an equation that is satisfied by all numbers from its replacement set.

Example 1 Consider the equation 2x-1 = x+2

The replacement set here is the set of all real numbers. The equation is conditional since, for example, 1 is a member of the replacement set but not of the solution set.

Example 2 Consider the equation (x-1)(x+1) =x 2 -1 The replacement set is the set of all real numbers. From our laws of real numbers if a is any real number, then (a-1)(a+1) = a 2 -1 Therefore, every member of the replacement set is also a member of the solution set. Consequently this equation is an identity.  

The replacement set for this equation is the set of real numbers except 0, since 1/x and (1- x)/x are not defined for x = 0. If a is any real number in the replacement set, then

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. This polynomial is considered to have two roots, both equal to 3.

One learns about the "factor theorem," typically in a second course on algebra, as a way to find all roots that are rational numbers. One also learns how to find roots of all quadratic polynomials, using square roots (arising from the discriminant) when necessary. There are more advanced formulas for expressing roots of cubic and quartic polynomials, and also a number of numeric methods for approximating roots of arbitrary polynomials. These use methods from complex analysis as well as sophisticated numerical algorithms, and indeed, this is an area of ongoing research and development.

Systems of linear equations are often solved using Gaussian elimination or related methods. This too is typically encountered in secondary or college math curricula. More advanced methods are needed to find roots of simultaneous systems of nonlinear equations. Similar remarks hold for working with systems of inequalities: the linear case can be handled using methods covered in linear algebra courses, whereas higher-degree polynomial systems typically require more sophisticated computational tools.

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Solving Equations

What is an equation.

An equation says that two things are equal. It will have an equals sign "=" like this:

That equations says:

what is on the left (x − 2)  equals  what is on the right (4)

So an equation is like a statement " this equals that "

What is a Solution?

A Solution is a value we can put in place of a variable (such as x ) that makes the equation true .

Example: x − 2 = 4

When we put 6 in place of x we get:

which is true

So x = 6 is a solution.

How about other values for x ?

• For x=5 we get "5−2=4" which is not true , so x=5 is not a solution .
• For x=9 we get "9−2=4" which is not true , so x=9 is not a solution .

In this case x = 6 is the only solution.

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More Than One Solution

There can be more than one solution.

Example: (x−3)(x−2) = 0

When x is 3 we get:

(3−3)(3−2) = 0 × 1 = 0

And when x is 2 we get:

(2−3)(2−2) = (−1) × 0 = 0

which is also true

So the solutions are:

x = 3 , or x = 2

When we gather all solutions together it is called a Solution Set

The above solution set is: {2, 3}

Solutions Everywhere!

Some equations are true for all allowed values and are then called Identities

Example: sin(−θ) = −sin(θ) is one of the Trigonometric Identities

Let's try θ = 30°:

sin(−30°) = −0.5 and

−sin(30°) = −0.5

So it is true for θ = 30°

Let's try θ = 90°:

sin(−90°) = −1 and

−sin(90°) = −1

So it is also true for θ = 90°

Is it true for all values of θ ? Try some values for yourself!

How to Solve an Equation

There is no "one perfect way" to solve all equations.

A Useful Goal

But we often get success when our goal is to end up with:

x = something

In other words, we want to move everything except "x" (or whatever name the variable has) over to the right hand side.

Example: Solve 3x−6 = 9

Now we have x = something ,

and a short calculation reveals that x = 5

Like a Puzzle

In fact, solving an equation is just like solving a puzzle. And like puzzles, there are things we can (and cannot) do.

Here are some things we can do:

• Add or Subtract the same value from both sides
• Clear out any fractions by Multiplying every term by the bottom parts
• Divide every term by the same nonzero value
• Combine Like Terms
• Expanding (the opposite of factoring) may also help
• Recognizing a pattern, such as the difference of squares
• Sometimes we can apply a function to both sides (e.g. square both sides)

Example: Solve √(x/2) = 3

And the more "tricks" and techniques you learn the better you will get.

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Check Your Solutions

You should always check that your "solution" really is a solution.

How To Check

Take the solution(s) and put them in the original equation to see if they really work.

Example: solve for x:

2x x − 3 + 3 = 6 x − 3     (x≠3)

We have said x≠3 to avoid a division by zero.

Let's multiply through by (x − 3) :

2x + 3(x−3) = 6

Bring the 6 to the left:

2x + 3(x−3) − 6 = 0

Expand and solve:

2x + 3x − 9 − 6 = 0

5x − 15 = 0

5(x − 3) = 0

Which can be solved by having x=3

Let us check x=3 using the original question:

2 × 3 3 − 3 + 3  =   6 3 − 3

Hang On: 3 − 3 = 0 That means dividing by Zero!

And anyway, we said at the top that x≠3 , so ...

x = 3 does not actually work, and so:

There is No Solution!

That was interesting ... we thought we had found a solution, but when we looked back at the question we found it wasn't allowed!

This gives us a moral lesson:

"Solving" only gives us possible solutions, they need to be checked!

• Note down where an expression is not defined (due to a division by zero, the square root of a negative number, or some other reason)
• Show all the steps , so it can be checked later (by you or someone else)

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Use diagrams and words to explore the very start of algebra, with puzzles and intuition guiding the way. By the end of the course, you'll be able to simplify expressions and solve equations using methods that impart deep understanding rather than just procedures. You'll sharpen your problem solving strategies and explore what's really useful about algebra in the first place.

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Solving Equations

Solving equations involves finding the value of the unknown variables in the given equation. The condition that the two expressions are equal is satisfied by the value of the variable. Solving a linear equation in one variable results in a unique solution, solving a linear equation involving two variables gives two results. Solving a quadratic equation gives two roots. There are many methods and procedures followed in solving an equation. Let us discuss the techniques in solving an equation one by one, in detail.

What is the Meaning of Solving Equations?

Solving equations is computing the value of the unknown variable still balancing the equation on both sides. An equation is a condition on a variable such that two expressions in the variable have equal value. The value of the variable for which the equation is satisfied is said to be the solution of the equation. An equation remains the same if the LHS and the RHS are interchanged. The variable for which the value is to be found is isolated and the solution is obtained. Solving an equation depends on what type of equation that we are dealing with. The equations can be linear equations, quadratic equations, rational equations, or radical equations.

Steps in Solving an Equation

The aim of solving an equation is to find the value of the variable that satisfies the condition of the equation true. To isolate the variable, the following operations are performed still balancing the equation on both sides. By doing so LHS remains equal to RHS, and eventually, the balance remains undisturbed throughout.

• Addition property of equality : Add the same number to both the sides. If a = b, then a + c = b + c
• Subtraction property of equality : Subtract the same number from both sides. If a = b, then a - c = b - c
• Multiplication property of equality: Multiply the same number on both sides. If a = b, then ac = bc
• Division property of equality : Divide by the same number on both sides. If a = b, then a/c = b/c (where c ≠ 0)

After performing this systematic balancing method of solving an equation by a series of identical arithmetical operations on both sides of the equation, we separate the variable on one of the sides and the ultimate step is the solution of the equation.

Solving Equations of One Variable

A linear equation of one variable is of the form ax + b = 0, where a, b, c are real numbers. The following steps are followed while solving an equation that is linear.

• Remove the parenthesis and use the distributive property if required.
• Simplify both sides of the equation by combining like terms.
• If there are fractions , multiply both sides of the equation by the LCD (Least common denominator) of all the fractions.
• If there are decimals , multiply both sides of the equation by the lowest power of 10 to convert them into whole numbers.
• Bring the variable terms to one side of the equation and the constant terms to the other side using the addition and subtraction properties of equality.
• Make the coefficient of the variable as 1, using the multiplication or division properties of equality.
• isolate the variable and get the solution.

Consider this example: 3(x + 4) = 24 + x

We simplify the LHS using the distributive property.

3x + 12 = 24 + x

Group the like terms together using the transposing method. This becomes 3x - x = 24-12

Simplify further ⇒ 2x = 12

Use the division property of equality, 2x/2 = 12/2

isolate the variable x. x = 6 is the solution of the equation.

Use any one of the following techniques to simplify the linear equation and solve for the unknown variable. The trial and error method, balancing method and the transposing method are used to isolate the variable.

Solving an Equation by Trial And Error Method

Consider 12x = 60. To find x, we intuitively try to find that 12 times what number is 60. We find that 5 is the required number. Solving equations by trial and error method is not always easy.

Solving an Equation by Balancing Method

We need to isolate the variable x for solving an equation. Let us use the separation of variables method or the balancing method to solve it. Consider an equation 2x + 3 = 17.

We first eliminate 3 in the first step. To keep the balance while solving the equation, we subtract 3 from either side of the equation.

Thus 2x + 3 - 3 = 17 - 3

We have 2x = 14

Now to isolate x, we divide by 2 on both sides. (Division property of equality)

2x/2 = 14/2

Thus, we isolate the variable using the properties of equality while solving an equation in the balancing method.

Solving an Equation by Transposing Method

While solving an equation, we change the sides of the numbers. This process is called transposing. While transposing a number, we change its sign or reverse the operation. Consider 5y + 2 = 22.

We need to find y, so isolate it. Hence we transpose the number 2 to the other side. The equation becomes,

Now taking 5 to the other side, we reverse the operation of multiplication to division. y = 20/5 = 4

Solving an Equation That is Quadratic

There are equations that yield more than one solution. Quadratic polynomials are of degree two and the zeroes of a quadratic polynomial represent the quadratic equation.

Consider (x+3) (x+2)= 0. This is quadratic in nature. We just equate each of the expressions in the LHS to 0.

Either x+3 = 0 or x+2 =0.

We arrive at x = -3 and x = -2.

A quadratic equation is of the form ax 2 + bx + c = 0. Solving an equation that is quadratic, results in two roots : α and β.

Steps involved in solving a quadratic equation are:

By Completing The Squares Method

By factorization method, by formula method.

Solving an equation of quadratic type by completing the squares method is quite easy as we apply our knowledge of algebraic identity: (a+b) 2

• Write the equation in the standard form ax 2 + bx + c = 0.
• Divide both the sides of the equation by a.
• Move the constant term to the other side
• Add the square of one-half of the coefficient of x on both sides.
• Complete the left-hand side as a square and simplify the right-hand side.
• Take the square root on both sides and solve for x.

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Solving an equation of quadratic type using the factorization method , follow the steps discussed here. Write the given equation in the standard form and by splitting the middle terms, factorize the equation. Rewrite the equation obtained as a product of two linear factors. Equate each linear factor to zero and solve for x. Consider 2x 2 + 19x + 30 =0. This is of the standard form ax 2 + bx + c = 0.

Split the middle term in such a way that the product of the terms should equal the product of the coefficient of x 2 and c and the sum of the terms should be b. Here the product of the terms should be 60 and the sum should be 19. Thus, split 19x as 4x and 15x (as the sum of 4 and 15 is 19 and their product is 60).

2x 2 + 4x + 15x + 30 = 0

Take the common factor out of the first two terms and the common factors out of the last two terms.

2x(x + 2) + 15(x + 2) = 0

Factoring (x+2) again, we get

(x + 2)(2x + 15) = 0

x = -2 and x = -15/2

Solving an equation that is quadratic involves such steps while splitting the middle terms on factorization.

Solving an equation of quadratic type using the formula

x = [-b ± √[(b 2 -4ac)]/2a helps us find the roots of the quadratic equation ax 2 + bx + c = 0. Plugging in the values of a, b, and c in the formula, we arrive at the solution.

Consider the example: 9x 2 -12 x + 4 = 0

a= 9, b = -12 and c = 4

x = [-b ± √[(b 2 -4ac)]/2a

= [12 ± √[((-12) 2 -4×9×4)] / (2 × 9)

= [12 ± √(144 - 144)] / 18

= (12 ± 0)/18

x = 12/18 = 2/3

Solving an Equation That is Rational

An equation with at least one polynomial expression in its denominator is known as the rational equation. Solving an equation that is rational involves the following steps. Reduce the fractions to a common denominator and then solve the equation of the numerators .

Consider x/(x-1) = 5/3

On cross-multiplication, we get

3x = 5(x-1)

3x = 5x - 5

3x - 5x = - 5

Solving an Equation That is Radical

An equation in which the variable is under a radical is termed the radical equation. Solving an equation that is a radical involves a few steps. Express the given radical equation in terms of the index of the radical and balance the equation. Solve for the variable.

Consider √(x+1) = 4

Now square both the sides to balance it. [ √(x+1)] 2 = 4 2

Thus x = 16-1 =15

Important Notes on Solving Equations:

• Solving an equation is finding the value of the variable in the equation.
• The solution of an equation satisfies the condition of the given equation.
• Solving an equation of linear type can be also done  graphically .
• If the right side part of an equation is zero, then for solving equation, just graph the left side of the equation and the x-intercept (s) of the graph would be the solution(s).

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Examples of Solving an Equation

Example 1. Use the balancing method of solving equations: (x-2) / 5 - (x-4) / 2 = 2

The given equation is (x-2) / 5 - (x-4) / 2 = 2.

Solving an equation that is rational involves the following steps.

Simplify the LHS. Take the LCD of the denominators. LCD is 10.

[2(x-2) -5(x-4)]/10 = 2

Use distributive property and simplify the numerator.

We get [2x- 4 -5x+20]/10 = 2

Use the multiplication property of equality to get rid of the denominator.

10 × [2x- 4 -5x+20]/10 = 10 × 2

Simplifying we get - 3x + 16 = 20

isolate the term with the variable using the addition property of equality

-3x + 16 - 16 = 20 - 16

isolate the variable using the division property of equality

-3x/3 = 4/3

Answer: Thus solving (x-2)/ 5 - (x-4)/2 = 2, x = -4/3

Example 2. Use the transposing method of solving an equation 0.4(a+10)= 2 - 0.6a

Solving equations that are linear involving decimals involves the following steps.

Given 0.4(a+10)= 2 - 0.6a

0.4 a + 0.4 × 10 = 2- 0.6a

0.4 a + 4 = 2- 0.6a

0.4 a + 0.6a = 2-4

Answer: The solution is a = -2

Example 3. What is the value of p on solving an equation: 4 (p - 3) - (p - 5) = 4?

Given: 4 (p - 3) - (p - 5) = 4

Let us use the transposing method in solving equations.

4p - 12 - p + 5 = 4 (distributive property)

Answer: The value of p = 11/3

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FAQs on Solving Equations

What is solving an equation.

Solving an equation is finding the value of the unknown variables in the given equation. The process of solving an equation depends on the type of the equation .

What are The Steps in Solving Equations?

Identify the type of equation: linear, quadratic, logarithmic, exponential, radical or rational.

• Remove the brackets, if any in the given equation. Apply the distributive property.
• Add the same number to both the sides
• Subtract the same number from both the sides
• Multiply the same number on both the sides
• Divide by the same number on both sides.

What are The Golden Rule in Solving an Equation?

The type of the equation is identified. If it is a linear equation, separating the variables method or transposing method is used. If it is a quadratic equation, completing the squares, splitting the middle terms using factorization is used or by formula method.

How Do You use 3 Steps in Solving an Equation?

The 3 steps in solving an equation are to

• remove the brackets, if any using the distributive property,
• simplify the equation by adding or subtracting the like terms ,
• isolating the variable and solving it.

How Do You Solve Linear Equations?

While solving an equation that is linear, we isolate the variable whose value is to be found. We either use transposing method or the balancing method.

How Do You Solve Quadratic Equations?

While solving an equation that is quadratic, we write the equation in the standard form ax 2 + bx + c = 0, and then solve using the formula method or factorization method or completing the squares method.

How Do You Solve Radical Equations?

While solving an equation that is radical , we remove the radical sign, by raising both the sides of the equation to the index of the radical, isolate the variable and solve for x.

How Do You Solve Rational Equations?

While solving an equation that is rational, we simplify the expression on each side of the equation, cross multiply , combine the like terms and then isolate the variable to solve for x.

Solving Equations

Solving two step equations.

When we solve equations we are finding an unknown number

We can use inverse operations to solve an equation: The opposite of adding is subtracting The opposite of multiplying is dividing.

Example 1 Solve: 3a + 4 = 19

This equation says 3 times a plus 4 is equal to 19

We need to find out what number a is, to do that we need to get a by itself

The first step is to get rid of the 4 The opposite of adding 4 is subtracting 4

To keep both sides of the equation equal we need to subtract 4 from both sides of the equation

We now have: 3a + 4 - 4 = 19 - 4

This simplifies to: 3a = 15

We now have 3 times a is equal to 15

a is multiplied by 3. The opposite of multiplication is division.

We need to divide both sides by 3

This gives us: 3a ⁄ 3 = 15 ⁄ 3

This can be simplified to: a = 5

Example 2 Solve: 43 = 5b - 7

This time we need to get b by itself

The first step is to get rid of the 7 The opposite of subtracting 7 is adding 7

We need to add 7 to both sides of the equation

We now have: 43 + 7 = 5b - 7 + 7

This simplifies to: 50 = 5b

To get b by itself we need to get rid of the 5 At the moment b is multiplied by 5, the opposite of multiplying by 5 is dividing by 5

We need to divide both sides by 5

This gives us: 50 ⁄ 5 = 5b ⁄ 5

This can be simplified to: 10 = b

We can rewrite this with b first: b = 10

Example 3 Solve: c ⁄ 4 + 2 = 8

This time we need to get c by itself

We start by getting rid of the 2 The opposite of adding 2 is subtracting 2

We need to subtract 2 from both sides of the equation

We now have: c ⁄ 4 + 2 - 2 = 8 - 2

This simplifies to: c ⁄ 4 = 6

To get c by itself we need to get rid of the 4 At the moment c is divided by 4, the opposite of dividing by 4 is multiplying by 4

We need to multiply both sides by 4

This gives us: 4c ⁄ 4 = 6 × 4

This can be simplified to: c = 24

Example 4 Solve: d - 9 ⁄ 2 = 7

We need to get d by itself

This time the whole left side is divided by 2, the first step is to multiply both sides by 2

This gives us: 2(d - 9) ⁄ 2 = 7 × 2

Which simplifies to: d - 9 = 14

To get d by itself we need to add 9 to both sides

This gives: d - 9 + 9 = 14 + 9

Which simplifies to: d = 23

Sometimes the answer to an equation is not a whole number. In these cases we can leave our answer as a fraction.

Example 5 Solve: 5z + 3 = 17

the first step is to subtract 3 from both sides

This gives us: 5z + 3 - 3 = 17 - 3

Which simplifies to: 5z = 14

The final step to get z by itself is to divide both sides by 5

This gives: 5z ⁄ 5 = 14 ⁄ 5

We can leave our answer as a fraction: z = 14 ⁄ 5

Solving Equations with an Unknown on Both Sides

When the unknown (what we are working out) appears on both sides of the equation, the first step is to get them on the same side

It is easiest to do this when we get rid of the smallest unknown, the one with the smallest number in front of it (coefficient)

Example 6 Solve: 7a - 3 = 4a + 9

In this questions we need to find out what a is. There is an a term on both sides of the equation.

On the left side of the equation we have 7a On the right side we have 4a 4a is smaller than 7a so we will get rid of 4a

To get rid of 4a will will subtract 4a from both sides of the equation

This gives us: 7a - 3 - 4a = 4a + 9 - 4a

Which simplifies to: 3a - 3 = 9

We now continue to solve the equation: the next step is to add 3 to both sides

3a - 3 + 3 = 9 + 3

This simplifies to: 3a = 12

We now divide both sides by 3 to get a by itself: 3a ⁄ 3 = 12 ⁄ 3

This can be simplified to: a = 4

Example 7 Solve: 2b - 9 = 4 - 6b

This time we have a b term on both sides of the equation

We have 2b on the left and negative 6b on the right side. The smaller b term is negative 6b.

This time we will start by adding 6b to both sides of the equation

2b - 9 + 6b = 4 - 6b + 6b

This simplifies to: 8b - 9 = 4

We now add 9 to both sides: 8b - 9 + 9 = 4 + 9

This simplifies to: 8b = 13

We finally divide both sides by 8: 8b ⁄ 8 = 13 ⁄ 8

We leave our answer as a fraction: b = 13 ⁄ 8

Example 8 Solve: c - 9 = 3c - 2

This time we have a c term on both sides of the equation. Where we have a 'c' term this means we have 1c.

We have 1c on the left and 3c on the right side. The smaller c term is 1c.

We will start by subtracting c from both sides of the equation.

c - 9 - c = 3c - 2 - c

This simplifies to: -9 = 2c - 2

We now add 2 to both sides: -9 + 2 = 2c - 2 + 2

This simplifies to: -7 = 2c

We finally divide both sides by 2: -7 ⁄ 2 = 2c ⁄ 2

We leave our answer as a fraction: c = -7 ⁄ 2

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These worksheets help students practice and master the process of solving for variables in algebraic equations. These worksheets are designed with a variety of formats and problem types to engage students and reinforce their understanding of algebraic principles. The worksheets guide students through the fundamental skills needed to manipulate and simplify equations, ultimately solving for unknowns. They often incorporate creative elements, such as mazes, matching exercises, or themed designs, to keep the practice engaging and dynamic.

One common type of problem found on these worksheets is the straightforward linear equation. These problems focus on basic one-step or two-step equations, where students are required to isolate the variable by performing inverse operations. For example, students may need to add, subtract, multiply, or divide both sides of an equation to balance it and solve for the unknown. These types of problems are crucial because they form the foundation for more complex algebraic concepts. By repeatedly practicing these steps, students solidify their understanding of the equality principle and learn how to reverse operations to simplify equations.

In addition to traditional linear equations, many of these worksheets also feature problems that involve negative numbers, fractions, and decimals. This inclusion helps students develop fluency in handling a variety of number types, which is critical as they progress in their math studies. Solving equations that involve fractions requires students to multiply by the reciprocal or find common denominators, while working with decimals involves careful attention to place value. These challenges enhance a student’s precision and calculation skills, as even small errors in handling fractions or decimals can lead to incorrect solutions.

Another engaging format found on these worksheets is the maze or path-solving activity. In these exercises, students must follow a sequence of correct answers to navigate through a maze. Each correct solution leads them to the next step in the maze, while incorrect answers might lead them astray. This format adds a layer of fun to equation solving while reinforcing accuracy and critical thinking. Students are motivated to double-check their answers to ensure they’re on the right path, which encourages attention to detail. These mazes are an excellent way to build both speed and precision in solving equations.

Many worksheets also incorporate matching or fill-in-the-blank exercises where students solve an equation and then match their solution with a corresponding answer. This type of exercise can be particularly useful for self-checking, as it provides immediate feedback. If a student’s solution doesn’t match any of the available options, they know to revisit their work and look for errors. This format fosters independence and allows students to take ownership of their learning process, developing problem-solving skills that extend beyond the classroom.

These worksheets are designed with a theme or a creative twist, such as solving for variables in a secret message. In these problems, each correct answer corresponds to a letter, and when all the problems are solved, the letters spell out a hidden word or phrase. This type of worksheet adds an element of surprise and fun, keeping students engaged and motivated to complete the task. The process of solving each equation remains the same, but the added challenge of uncovering a hidden message makes the practice more enjoyable and rewarding.

Another important aspect of these worksheets is that they often include a mix of equation types to ensure students are exposed to a broad range of problem-solving scenarios. For instance, students might encounter equations with variables on both sides, which require them to combine like terms and move all variable terms to one side of the equation. These problems teach students how to simplify more complex algebraic expressions and develop a deeper understanding of how to manipulate equations to find solutions.

Equations involving parentheses and the distributive property are also commonly featured. These problems require students to expand expressions by applying the distributive property before solving the equation. This introduces another layer of complexity, as students must remember to correctly distribute terms across all elements within the parentheses. These exercises reinforce the importance of following the correct order of operations and provide practice in breaking down more complex expressions into manageable steps.

The skills taught through these worksheets are foundational for success in higher-level math. By practicing with these worksheets, students develop a strong understanding of how to manipulate algebraic expressions and solve for unknowns, a skill that is critical for more advanced math topics such as systems of equations, quadratic equations, and functions. The variety of problems and formats ensures that students are not only practicing routine calculations but also developing flexibility in their problem-solving approaches.

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Here you will learn about solving equations, including linear and quadratic algebraic equations, and how to solve them.

Students will first learn about solving equations in grade 8 as a part of expressions and equations, and again in high school as a part of reasoning with equations and inequalities.

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What is solving an equation?

Solving equations is a step-by-step process to find the value of the variable. A variable is the unknown part of an equation, either on the left or right side of the equals sign. Sometimes, you need to solve multi-step equations which contain algebraic expressions.

To do this, you must use the order of operations, which is a systematic approach to equation solving. When you use the order of operations, you first solve any part of an equation located within parentheses. An equation is a mathematical expression that contains an equals sign.

For example,

\begin{aligned}y+6&=11\\\\ 3(x-3)&=12\\\\ \cfrac{2x+2}{4}&=\cfrac{x-3}{3}\\\\ 2x^{2}+3&x-2=0\end{aligned}

There are two sides to an equation, with the left side being equal to the right side. Equations will often involve algebra and contain unknowns, or variables, which you often represent with letters such as x or y.

You can solve simple equations and more complicated equations to work out the value of these unknowns. They could involve fractions, decimals or integers.

Common Core State Standards

How does this relate to 8 th grade and high school math?

• Grade 8 – Expressions and Equations (8.EE.C.7) Solve linear equations in one variable.
• High school – Reasoning with Equations and Inequalities (HSA.REI.B.3) Solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable, including equations with coefficients represented by letters.

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How to solve equations

In order to solve equations, you need to work out the value of the unknown variable by adding, subtracting, multiplying or dividing both sides of the equation by the same value.

• Combine like terms .
• Simplify the equation by using the opposite operation to both sides.
• Isolate the variable on one side of the equation.

Solving equations examples

Example 1: solve equations involving like terms.

Solve for x.

Combine like terms.

Combine the q terms on the left side of the equation. To do this, subtract 4q from both sides.

The goal is to simplify the equation by combining like terms. Subtracting 4q from both sides helps achieve this.

After you combine like terms, you are left with q=9-4q.

2 Simplify the equation by using the opposite operation on both sides.

Add 4q to both sides to isolate q to one side of the equation.

The objective is to have all the q terms on one side. Adding 4q to both sides accomplishes this.

After you move the variable to one side of the equation, you are left with 5q=9.

3 Isolate the variable on one side of the equation.

Divide both sides of the equation by 5 to solve for q.

Dividing by 5 allows you to isolate q to one side of the equation in order to find the solution. After dividing both sides of the equation by 5, you are left with q=1 \cfrac{4}{5} \, .

Example 2: solve equations with variables on both sides

Combine the v terms on the same side of the equation. To do this, add 8v to both sides.

7v+8v=8-8v+8v

After combining like terms, you are left with the equation 15v=8.

Simplify the equation by using the opposite operation on both sides and isolate the variable to one side.

Divide both sides of the equation by 15 to solve for v. This step will isolate v to one side of the equation and allow you to solve.

15v \div 15=8 \div 15

The final solution to the equation 7v=8-8v is \cfrac{8}{15} \, .

Example 3: solve equations with the distributive property

Combine like terms by using the distributive property.

The 3 outside the parentheses needs to be multiplied by both terms inside the parentheses. This is called the distributive property.

\begin{aligned}& 3 \times c=3 c \\\\ & 3 \times(-5)=-15 \\\\ &3 c-15-4=2\end{aligned}

Once the 3 is distributed on the left side, rewrite the equation and combine like terms. In this case, the like terms are the constants on the left, –15 and –4. Subtract –4 from –15 to get –19.

Simplify the equation by using the opposite operation on both sides.

The goal is to isolate the variable, c, on one side of the equation. By adding 19 to both sides, you move the constant term to the other side.

\begin{aligned}& 3 c-19+19=2+19 \\\\ & 3 c=21\end{aligned}

Isolate the variable to one side of the equation.

To solve for c, you want to get c by itself.

Dividing both sides by 3 accomplishes this.

On the left side, \cfrac{3c}{3} simplifies to c, and on the right, \cfrac{21}{3} simplifies to 7.

The final solution is c=7.

As an additional step, you can plug 7 back into the original equation to check your work.

Example 4: solve linear equations

Combine like terms by simplifying.

Using steps to solve, you know that the goal is to isolate x to one side of the equation. In order to do this, you must begin by subtracting from both sides of the equation.

\begin{aligned} & 2x+5=15 \\\\ & 2x+5-5=15-5 \\\\ & 2x=10 \end{aligned}

Continue to simplify the equation by using the opposite operation on both sides.

Continuing with steps to solve, you must divide both sides of the equation by 2 to isolate x to one side.

\begin{aligned} & 2x \div 2=10 \div 2 \\\\ & x= 5 \end{aligned}

Isolate the variable to one side of the equation and check your work.

Plugging in 5 for x in the original equation and making sure both sides are equal is an easy way to check your work. If the equation is not equal, you must check your steps.

\begin{aligned}& 2(5)+5=15 \\\\ & 10+5=15 \\\\ & 15=15\end{aligned}

Example 5: solve equations by factoring

Solve the following equation by factoring.

Combine like terms by factoring the equation by grouping.

Multiply the coefficient of the quadratic term by the constant term.

2 x (-20) = -40

Look for two numbers that multiply to give you –40 and add up to the coefficient of 3. In this case, the numbers are 8 and –5 because 8 x -5=–40, and 8+–5=3.

Split the middle term using those two numbers, 8 and –5. Rewrite the middle term using the numbers 8 and –5.

2x^2+8x-5x-20=0

Group the terms in pairs and factor out the common factors.

2x^2+8x-5x-20=2x(x + 4)-5(x+4)=0

Now, you’ve factored the equation and are left with the following simpler equations 2x-5 and x+4.

This step relies on understanding the zero product property, which states that if two numbers multiply to give zero, then at least one of those numbers must equal zero.

Let’s relate this back to the factored equation (2x-5)(x+4)=0

Because of this property, either (2x-5)=0 or (x+4)=0

Isolate the variable for each equation and solve.

When solving these simpler equations, remember that you must apply each step to both sides of the equation to maintain balance.

\begin{aligned}& 2 x-5=0 \\\\ & 2 x-5+5=0+5 \\\\ & 2 x=5 \\\\ & 2 x \div 2=5 \div 2 \\\\ & x=\cfrac{5}{2} \end{aligned}

\begin{aligned}& x+4=0 \\\\ & x+4-4=0-4 \\\\ & x=-4\end{aligned}

The solution to this equation is x=\cfrac{5}{2} and x=-4.

Example 6: solve quadratic equations

Solve the following quadratic equation.

Combine like terms by factoring the quadratic equation when terms are isolated to one side.

To factorize a quadratic expression like this, you need to find two numbers that multiply to give -5 (the constant term) and add to give +2 (the coefficient of the x term).

The two numbers that satisfy this are -1 and +5.

So you can split the middle term 2x into -1x+5x: x^2-1x+5x-5-1x+5x

Now you can take out common factors x(x-1)+5(x-1).

And since you have a common factor of (x-1), you can simplify to (x+5)(x-1).

The numbers -1 and 5 allow you to split the middle term into two terms that give you common factors, allowing you to simplify into the form (x+5)(x-1).

Let’s relate this back to the factored equation (x+5)(x-1)=0.

Because of this property, either (x+5)=0 or (x-1)=0.

Now, you can solve the simple equations resulting from the zero product property.

\begin{aligned}& x+5=0 \\\\ & x+5-5=0-5 \\\\ & x=-5 \\\\\\ & x-1=0 \\\\ & x-1+1=0+1 \\\\ & x=1\end{aligned}

The solutions to this quadratic equation are x=1 and x=-5.

Teaching tips for solving equations

• Use physical manipulatives like balance scales as a visual aid. Show how you need to keep both sides of the equation balanced, like a scale. Add or subtract the same thing from both sides to keep it balanced when solving. Use this method to practice various types of equations.
• Emphasize the importance of undoing steps to isolate the variable. If you are solving for x and 3 is added to x, subtracting 3 undoes that step and isolates the variable x.
• Relate equations to real-world, relevant examples for students. For example, word problems about tickets for sports games, cell phone plans, pizza parties, etc. can make the concepts click better.
• Allow time for peer teaching and collaborative problem solving. Having students explain concepts to each other, work through examples on whiteboards, etc. reinforces the process and allows peers to ask clarifying questions. This type of scaffolding would be beneficial for all students, especially English-Language Learners. Provide supervision and feedback during the peer interactions.

Easy mistakes to make

• Forgetting to distribute or combine like terms One common mistake is neglecting to distribute a number across parentheses or combine like terms before isolating the variable. This error can lead to an incorrect simplified form of the equation.
• Misapplying the distributive property Incorrectly distributing a number across terms inside parentheses can result in errors. Students may forget to multiply each term within the parentheses by the distributing number, leading to an inaccurate equation.
• Failing to perform the same operation on both sides It’s crucial to perform the same operation on both sides of the equation to maintain balance. Forgetting this can result in an imbalanced equation and incorrect solutions.
• Making calculation errors Simple arithmetic mistakes, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division errors, can occur during the solution process. Checking calculations is essential to avoid errors that may propagate through the steps.
• Ignoring fractions or misapplying operations When fractions are involved, students may forget to multiply or divide by the common denominator to eliminate them. Misapplying operations on fractions can lead to incorrect solutions or complications in the final answer.

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Practice solving equations questions

1. Solve 4x-2=14.

Add 2 to both sides.

Divide both sides by 4.

2. Solve 3x-8=x+6.

Add 8 to both sides.

Subtract x from both sides.

Divide both sides by 2.

3. Solve 3(x+3)=2(x-2).

Expanding the parentheses.

Subtract 9 from both sides.

Subtract 2x from both sides.

4. Solve \cfrac{2 x+2}{3}=\cfrac{x-3}{2}.

Multiply by 6 (the lowest common denominator) and simplify.

Expand the parentheses.

Subtract 4 from both sides.

Subtract 3x from both sides.

5. Solve \cfrac{3 x^{2}}{2}=24.

Multiply both sides by 2.

Divide both sides by 3.

Square root both sides.

6. Solve by factoring:

Use factoring to find simpler equations.

Set each set of parentheses equal to zero and solve.

x=3 or x=10

Solving equations FAQs

The first step in solving a simple linear equation is to simplify both sides by combining like terms. This involves adding or subtracting terms to isolate the variable on one side of the equation.

Performing the same operation on both sides of the equation maintains the equality. This ensures that any change made to one side is also made to the other, keeping the equation balanced and preserving the solutions.

To handle variables on both sides of the equation, start by combining like terms on each side. Then, move all terms involving the variable to one side by adding or subtracting, and simplify to isolate the variable. Finally, perform any necessary operations to solve for the variable.

To deal with fractions in an equation, aim to eliminate them by multiplying both sides of the equation by the least common denominator. This helps simplify the equation and make it easier to isolate the variable. Afterward, proceed with the regular steps of solving the equation.

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So, sin⁡(x)=0 or 2cos⁡(x)−1=0. sin⁡(x)=0at x=0, x=π. 2cos⁡(x)−1=0 gives cos⁡(x)=1/2​, so x=π/3​, x=5π/3. Solutions : x=0, x=π, x=π/3​, x=5π/3​. Problem 7: Solve 3cos⁡ 2 (x)−2=0 for 0≤x<2π. Rearrange: 3cos ⁡2 (x)=2  ⟹  cos⁡ 2 (x)=2/3. Take the square root: [Tex]\cos(x) = \pm \sqrt{\frac{2}{3}}​​[/Tex] ​​. For [Tex]\cos(x) = \sqrt{\frac{2}{3}}[/Tex] ​​: [Tex]x = \cos^{-1}(\sqrt{\frac{2}{3}})[/Tex] and [Tex]x = 2\pi – \cos^{-1}(\sqrt{\frac{2}{3}})[/Tex] . For [Tex]\cos(x) = -\sqrt{\frac{2}{3}}[/Tex] ​​: [Tex]x = \pi – \cos^{-1}(\sqrt{\frac{2}{3}})[/Tex] and [Tex]x = \pi + \cos^{-1}(\sqrt{\frac{2}{3}})[/Tex] . Solutions : x values are [Tex]x = \cos^{-1}(\sqrt{\frac{2}{3}})[/Tex] , [Tex]x = 2\pi – \cos^{-1}(\sqrt{\frac{2}{3}})[/Tex] , [Tex] x = \pi – \cos^{-1}(\sqrt{\frac{2}{3}})[/Tex] , [Tex]x = \pi + \cos^{-1}(\sqrt{\frac{2}{3}})[/Tex] . Problem 8: Solve tan⁡ 2 (x)−1=0 for 0≤x<2π. Rearrange: tan⁡ 2 (x)=1. Take the square root: tan⁡(x)=±1. 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A machine learning framework for efficiently solving Fokker–Planck equations Published: 02 September 2024 Volume 43 , article number  389 , ( 2024 ) Cite this article Ali Nosrati Firoozsalari 1 , Alireza Afzal Aghaei 1 & Kourosh Parand   ORCID: orcid.org/0000-0001-5946-0771 1   This paper addresses the challenge of solving Fokker–Planck equations, which are prevalent mathematical models across a myriad of scientific fields. Due to factors like fractional-order derivatives and non-linearities, obtaining exact solutions to this problem can be complex. To overcome these challenges, our framework first discretizes the given equation using the Crank-Nicolson finite difference method, transforming it into a system of ordinary differential equations. Here, the approximation of time dynamics is done using forward difference or an L1 discretization technique for integer or fractional-order derivatives, respectively. Subsequently, these ordinary differential equations are solved using a novel strategy based on a kernel-based machine learning algorithm, named collocation least-squares support vector regression. The effectiveness of the proposed approach is demonstrated through multiple numerical experiments, highlighting its accuracy and efficiency. This performance establishes its potential as a valuable tool for tackling Fokker–Planck equations in diverse applications. This is a preview of subscription content, log in via an institution to check access. Access this article Subscribe and save. Get 10 units per month Download Article/Chapter or eBook 1 Unit = 1 Article or 1 Chapter Cancel anytime Price includes VAT (Russian Federation) Instant access to the full article PDF. 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