Introduction to Linear Equations
A linear equation is an algebraic equation in which each term is either a constant or the product of a constant and a single variable. Linear equations can take many forms, such as:
- Standard Form: Ax + By = C
- Slope-Intercept Form: y = mx + b
Solving Linear Equations
Solving linear equations involves finding the value of the variable that makes the equation true. Here are some steps you might take:
- Simplify both sides of the equation, if necessary.
- Use inverse operations to isolate the variable.
- Check your solutions by plugging them back into the original equation.