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Equation

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Definition

An equation is a mathematical statement showing that two expressions are equal, connected by an equals sign (=). Equations can be solved to find the value of unknown variables.

💡Example

2x + 3 = 11 is an equation. To solve: subtract 3 → 2x = 8, divide by 2 → x = 4. Check: 2(4) + 3 = 11 ✓

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Grades 6-12KS3 to A-LevelÃ…rskurs 6 - Gymnasiet

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