Unit 6.1: Solving Equations Using inverse operations
what we need to know
What is a numerical coefficient
Variables
Equations
How to solve equations
Parts of a fraction: Numerator and Denominator
Variables
Equations
How to solve equations
Parts of a fraction: Numerator and Denominator
more information
In this part of the unit, you will be learning and reviewing methods to solve linear equations. Throughout Junior high, you have done this in one way or another. So, do not worry... we got this!
Before we dive into the different strategies to solve equations, let's review what IT IS to "solve" an equation:
Also important to remember (as this will become relevant very soon) that equations HAVE ONE SOLUTION ONLY.
The new strategy presented in this sub-unit involves solving equations by using inverse operations. Take a look at the following set of notes for an explanation of inverse operations:
Before we dive into the different strategies to solve equations, let's review what IT IS to "solve" an equation:
- Solving an equation means finding the value of the variable. To do this means that the variable MUST be isolated.
- Isolating a variable means doing all operations and manipulations possible as to end with the variable in one side of the equal sign, while all numbers end up on the other side of the equal sign.
- You should always solve by using addition and subtraction BEFORE using multiplication and division.
- Remeber: Whatever you do to one side, you do to the other side!
- The variable must, when the equation is solved: Be by itself, have a numerical coefficient of 1, and be positive.
- To check whether the solution you got is the correct one, substitute the value of the variable obtained into the original equation. If the solution is correct, an equality will be held. That is, both sides of the equal sign have the exact same numerical value.
Also important to remember (as this will become relevant very soon) that equations HAVE ONE SOLUTION ONLY.
The new strategy presented in this sub-unit involves solving equations by using inverse operations. Take a look at the following set of notes for an explanation of inverse operations:
solving equations using "the river" method
As I explained in class, this is the way I learned how to solve equztions way back then. Think about it as another tool, another way to solve equations.. Take a look at the explanation,, and if it works for you, USE IT! If not, move on the the other methods we will talk about and stick to the one you understand the most.
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solving equations using inverse operations
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solving equations with variables on both sides of the equal sign
here is another example:
and another example:
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solving equations with fractional variables (the variable is in a fraction)
another example:
and another example:
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solving equations involving the distributive property
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videos that may help you
worksheets
Here are all the worksheets that were given to you in class, which you had to do before the quiz.:
9_unit_6.1-6.2_worksheet.pdf | |
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And here the solutions to each of the worksheets for each specific topic:
Solutions to solving equations using inverse operations:
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Solutions to equations with variables on both sides of the equal sign:
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Solutions to equations with the variable in a fraction:
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Solutions to equations with the distributive property:
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Solutions to last page of worksheet - Methods of choice:
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review - workbook
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