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Equations & Inequalities

An equation is a balanced statement about an unknown; solving it means doing the same operation to both sides until the unknown stands alone. Inequalities compare instead of balance.

What this topic covers

  • An equation is a balance
  • Solving one-step equations
  • Solving two-step equations
  • Equations with brackets
  • Forming an equation from words
  • Inequalities

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