How Do You Solve an Equation Using Addition?

How Do You Solve an Equation Using Addition?

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Solving an equation for a variable? Perform the order of operations in reverse! Check it out in this tutorial.

Keywords:

  • problem
  • equation
  • solve by addition
  • 1 step solution
  • variable on 1 side

Background Tutorials

  • Algebraic Expressions

      • What is a Variable?What is a Variable?

      What is a Variable?

      You can't do algebra without working with variables, but variables can be confusing. If you've ever wondered what variables are, then this tutorial is for you!

  • Balancing Equations

      • What's the Addition Property of Equality?What's the Addition Property of Equality?

      What's the Addition Property of Equality?

      Solving equations can be tough, especially if you've forgotten or have trouble understanding the tools at your disposal. One of those tools is the addition property of equality, and it lets you add the same number to both sides of an equation. Watch the video to see it in action!

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