Algebra is writing mathematical phrases using letters to show numbers.
Variable - A letter that represents a number in an algebraic equation and expression
Constant - The integers involved in a expression or equation
Expression - A pattern with more than one answer
Equation - A pattern with one possible answer
How to solve a "One Step" equation:
1. Isolate the variable
2. Make a zero pair with the constant
3. Balance the equation
4. Verify!
Algebra tiles:
How to solve a "Two Step" equation:
1. Isolate the variable
2. Cancel the constant
3. Balance
4. Simplify the variable
5. Verify
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