Formulae and Equations (HSC SSCE Mathematics Standard): Flashcards
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Definition of an equation
Definition of an equation
Mathematical statement showing two expressions are equal
Characteristic of linear equations
Characteristic of linear equations
All variables are raised to the power of
Opposite operation of addition
Opposite operation of addition
Subtraction
Opposite operation of multiplication
Opposite operation of multiplication
Division
Golden rule when solving equations
Golden rule when solving equations
Same operation on both sides to keep balanced
Goal when solving an equation
Goal when solving an equation
Get the variable by itself on one side
Order priority when solving complex equations
Order priority when solving complex equations
Deal with addition/subtraction before multiplication/division
How to check your solution
How to check your solution
Substitute answer back into original equation
Strategy for equations with fractions
Strategy for equations with fractions
Multiply through by lowest common denominator
Definition of solving the equation
Definition of solving the equation
Finding the value of the unknown variable
