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Solve the equation. $$-7 b=-4$$

Name: Problem 8, Chapter 3: Algebra 1
Uploaded: 2020-08-30T00:16:03-08:00
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Channel: Erin Kearney
Description: Solve the equation. -7 b=-4

   Solve the equation. $$-7 b=-4$$

Algebra 1

Ron Larson, Laurie… 1st Edition

Chapter 3, Problem 8

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08/30/2020

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Isolating the Variable

Isolating the variable involves rearranging the equation so that the unknown appears on one side, allowing for its value to be determined. This is typically done by performing inverse operations to both sides of the equation.

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