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Interpret an equation as a balance
Understand that both sides of an equation have equal value.
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Identify unknowns in equations
Recognize the variable or missing value to be found.
3
Distinguish expressions from equations
Tell whether a statement has an equality relation or only an expression.
4
Solve one-step addition and subtraction equations
Use inverse operations to solve equations like $x+5=12$.
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Solve one-step multiplication and division equations
Use inverse operations to solve equations like $4x=28$ or $x/3=5$.
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Check solutions by substitution
Substitute the found value back into the equation to verify it.
7
Solve two-step equations
Solve equations requiring two inverse-operation steps.
8
Handle equations with negative integers
Solve simple equations involving signed numbers.
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Detect errors in equation solving
Find and correct common mistakes in balancing or inverse operations.
10
Translate word problems into equations
Represent unknown quantities from real-life situations using equations.
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Solve and interpret equation word problems
Solve equations and state answers in context with units where needed.
12
Create equations from patterns
Build equations to find missing numbers in simple patterns or puzzles.
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