Solve the equation. 9=-3(x-2)

Name: Problem 73, Chapter 6: Algebra 1: Concepts and Skills
Uploaded: 2020-04-23T19:55:27-08:00
Duration: 24 s
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Description: Solve the equation. 9=-3(x-2)

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Key Concepts

Linear Equations

A linear equation is an algebraic statement that equates two expressions and involves a variable raised only to the first power. Solving linear equations requires isolating the variable to determine its value, which is a fundamental skill in algebra.

Distributive Property

The distributive property is a key algebraic principle used to eliminate parentheses by multiplying a single term by each term inside the parentheses. This property transforms expressions into simpler forms to facilitate the solving process.

Inverse Operations

Inverse operations refer to processes that undo each other, such as addition with subtraction or multiplication with division. They are essential tools in solving equations, allowing one to systematically isolate and solve for the unknown variable.

Variable Isolation

Variable isolation is the process of rearranging an equation to get the variable alone on one side. This method is central to solving linear equations, as it involves applying inverse operations and the distributive property to simplify the equation.

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