Formulae and Equations (HSC SSCE Mathematics Standard): Flashcards

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Linear Equations
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Definition of an equation

Mathematical statement showing two expressions are equal

Characteristic of linear equations

All variables are raised to the power of 11

Opposite operation of addition (+)(+)

Subtraction ()(-)

Opposite operation of multiplication (imes)( imes)

Division (div)(div)

Golden rule when solving equations

Same operation on both sides to keep balanced

Goal when solving an equation

Get the variable by itself on one side

Order priority when solving complex equations

Deal with addition/subtraction before multiplication/division

How to check your solution

Substitute answer back into original equation

Strategy for equations with fractions

Multiply through by lowest common denominator

Definition of solving the equation

Finding the value of the unknown variable

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