Solving a Linear Equation That Has Restrictions (2.1.4)

Question 1

When Solving Linear Equations…

Answer 1

• each side must stay balanced.

* denominators cannot equal 0.

Question 2

• When working with equations, the two sides of each equation must stay balanced. So, when making a change, always operate on both sides of the equation in the same way.

Answer 2

• When working with equations, the two sides of each equation must stay balanced. So, when making a change, always operate on both sides of the equation in the same way.

Question 3

• Some equations have no solution. This happens if working with the equation leads to an equation that is untrue. It also happens if the solution produces a denominator equal to zero.

Answer 3

• Some equations have no solution. This happens if working with the equation leads to an equation that is untrue. It also happens if the solution produces a denominator equal to zero.