Introductory Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0-13417-805-X
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-805-9

Chapter 1 - Section 1.1 - Introduction to Algebra: Variables and Mathematical Models - Exercise Set - Page 13: 93

Answer

An equation is a mathematical statement in which it is claimed that two mathematical expressions are equal.

Work Step by Step

An equation is a mathematical statement in which it is claimed that two mathematical expressions are equal. An equation is written in the form (expression on the left side) = (expression on the right side of the equality sign), that is, the two expressions are on either side of one equality sign (=). Examples: $2x=5+7x,$ $x-2y+9=3,$ $\displaystyle \frac{n+3}{7}-1=0$
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