IXL | Solve one-step addition and subtraction equations with rational numbers

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Solve for

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A solution to an equation is a value of the variable that makes the equation true.

To solve an equation, you can use inverse operations to get the variable by itself.

Do the same operation to both sides of the equation to preserve equality.

First, identify the operation in the equation.

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16 is subtracted from the variable

To get

by itself, add 16 to both sides of the equation.

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To check your answer, substitute the value of the variable into the equation. If the equation is true, your answer is correct.

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This equation is true

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