Brian McLogan
Solve an equation using the square root method
πLearn how to solve quadratic equations using the square root method. It is important to understand that not all quadratics have to be solved using factoring or quadratic formula. When we only have one variable but it is squared we can...
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Using Properties to Solve Equations
In this video, the teacher explains how to use properties of equality to solve linear equations in one variable. The viewer will learn how to justify each step using the properties of equality and how to check their solutions. The lesson...
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Solving Simple Equations (Using Inverse Operations)
This video lesson will review vocabulary and properties necessary for solving one-step equations. Students will solve equations using addition, subtraction, multiplication or division. Practice problems have been provided where you can...
Brian McLogan
Solving an equation to put in slope intercept form
π Learn how to solve literal equations. A literal equation is an equation where the unknown values are represented by variables. To solve a literal equation means to make one of the variables the subject of the formula. To do this, we...
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Solving Equations with Distributive Property
In this short video we will solve the equation 1/2(6x-2)+9=12. We will first use the Distributive Property. Then we will combine like terms. We will finish by using inverse operations to isolate the variable term and solve for x. We will...
Brian McLogan
What is the subtraction property of equality
π Learn all about the processes and definitions for solving linear equations. You will gain a better understanding about the vocabulary and steps used to solve liner equations such as how to isolate an equation and apply inverse...
Brian McLogan
Simplify a trig expression by distributive property
π Learn how to simplify trigonometric expressions by factoring, expansion, and re-grouping. To simplify a trigonometric identity means to reduce the identity to the simplest form it can take which may be a number or a simple...
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Solve Using the Distributive Property
In this short video we will solve the equation 3(x+2)=21. We will use the Distributive Property, the Subtraction Property of Equality and the Division Property of Equality. We will also check our solution. Grade 8 Common Core...
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Solving Multi-Step Equations with One Variable
In this short video we will solve the equation 2x+5=17. Will will use inverse operations to find x. Specifically, we will use the Subtraction Property of Equality and the Division Property of Equality. We will also check our solution....
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Solve by Combining Like Terms
In this short video we will solve the equation 8x+3-5x=17+2x-2. We will first combine like terms on each side. Then we will use inverse operations to isolate the variable term. We will also check our solution. Grade 8 Common Core...
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Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides
In this video shorts we will solve the equation 4x-7=3x+1. You will learn how to solve an equation with variables on both sides. We will collect the variable terms using inverse operations. We will collect the constant terms using...
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How to Write a Real World Equation
In this video, the teacher guides students through creating and solving real-world math equations using a scenario of a student using tickets at a carnival. The four-part question includes writing an equation to find the number of...
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Solving Equations Using Addition or Subtraction
This video teaches how to solve equations using addition and subtraction, using algebra tiles to model the process and introducing the addition and subtraction properties of equality. The lesson covers examples at varying levels of...
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Solve a Two-Step Equation to Answer a Problem
In this video, a math teacher walks through how to solve a 2-step equation using a real-world scenario involving a computer teacher buying laptops and a storage cart. The teacher breaks down the steps to isolate the variable term and...
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How Do You Solve an Equation With Fractions With The Same Denominators Using Subtraction?
Solve an equation that has fractions with common denominators. First step is to isolate the variable. In this equation, this can be done by using the subtraction property of equality. Now the variable is by itself but there are other...
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How Do You Solve an Equation With Fractions With Different Denominators Using Subtraction?
A detailed video tutorial on how to solve an equation with fractions with different denominators, this resource could prove to be a valuable tool. This video covers how to deal with fractions as well as how to solve an algebraic equation...
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How Do You Solve a Multi-Step Equation by Simplifying Before Solving?
So you have the same variable more than once on the same side? No problem. Just simplify before trying to solve. That means, combine the like terms. Watch as the teacher shows you how to do that.
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How Do You Solve an Equation with Variables on Both Sides?
So you have a variable on both sides of the equation. How do you solve this kind of equation? Just get like terms together on each side of the equation and then isolate that variable.
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How Do You Solve an Equation Using Subtraction?
The teacher demonstrates how to use the subtraction property of equality , applying it to both sides of the equation to find the solution.
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How Do You Solve for a Variable in a Fraction Using Multiplication First?
Fractions!?! Learn how to solve an equation that has a fraction in it. The teacher shows how to multiply to eliminate fractions in an equation. She then shows the steps in solving the equation by further isolating the variable.
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How Do You Solve an Equation With Fractions With Different Denominators Using Subtraction?
A detailed video tutorial on how to solve an equation with fractions with different denominators, this resource could prove to be a valuable tool. This video covers how to deal with fractions as well as how to solve an algebraic equation...
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How Do You Solve a Decimal Equation Using Subtraction?
Solve this algebraic equation by isolating the variable. In this one-step problem that is done by using the subtraction property of equality. There are decimal numbers in this equation so be sure to line up the numbers according to the...
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How Do You Solve an Equation Using Subtraction?
The teacher demonstrates how to use the subtraction property of equality, applying it to both sides of the equation to find the solution.
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How Do You Solve a Word Problem Using a Two-Step Equation with Decimals?
A word problem with just one variable. Definitely doable! Identify all the components in this word problem then write an equation. Now solve it using the properties of equality.