Algebra Basic Equations Expanded
Algebra Basic Equations Expanded
Algebra Basic Equations Expanded
Algebra is the branch of mathematics that uses symbols and letters to represent unknown values.
Basic equations involve finding the value of a variable that makes an equation true.
- Solving an equation means finding the value of the variable that makes the equation true.
2x = 11 - 5 = 6, so x = 6 ÷ 2 = 3
2. Solve for y: y - 3 = 7:
y = 7 + 3 = 10
3. Solve for x: 3x - 4 = 2:
3x = 2 + 4 = 6, so x = 6 ÷ 3 = 2
5z = 25 - 10 = 15, so z = 15 ÷ 5 = 3
2x = 6, so x = 6 ÷ 2 = 3
- In economics, algebra is used to calculate profit, loss, and break-even points for businesses.
- In medicine, algebra is used to calculate dosages of medication based on body weight and other
factors.