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Solve. 4-(6+x)=13

Name: Problem 27, Chapter 15: Elementary and Intermediate Algebra
Uploaded: 2020-05-28T17:38:48-08:00
Duration: 34 s
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Description: Solve. 4-(6+x)=13

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Key Concepts

Linear Equation

A linear equation is an algebraic statement involving one or more variables raised only to the first power. Its solution represents a specific value for the variable that makes the equation true, and graphically, this solution corresponds to a point or a line when plotted on a coordinate system.

Distributive Property

The distributive property is a fundamental rule in algebra that allows you to remove parentheses by multiplying each term inside the parentheses by the sign or factor outside. This property is key when simplifying expressions that involve subtraction or addition of grouped terms.

Combining Like Terms

Combining like terms is an essential technique used to simplify algebraic expressions by summing coefficients of terms that have the same variable part. This reduction step is particularly important in making the equation easier to solve by consolidating multiple similar variables and constants.

Isolating the Variable

Isolating the variable involves using inverse operations to move all terms that contain the variable to one side of the equation and all constant terms to the opposite side. This process is crucial for determining the value of the variable that satisfies the equation.

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