ISEE Lower Level Math : How to find the solution to an equation

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for ISEE Lower Level Math

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Example Questions

Example Question #161 : Algebraic Concepts

Which of the following makes this equation true:

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

To answer the question, we will solve for x.  So, we get

Example Question #162 : Algebraic Concepts

Solve for y in the following equation:

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

To solve for ywe want y to stand alone.  So, we get

Example Question #161 : Equations

Solve for 

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Correct answer:

Explanation:

First add  to both sides of the equation:

Divide both sides by :

Reduce:

Example Question #161 : How To Find The Solution To An Equation

If x is equal to 6 and y is equal is -2, what is the value of ?

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

If x is equal to 6 and y is equal is -2, the value of  can be solved by plugging in the values of x and y. This results in:

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