Understanding Solving Multi-Step Linear Equations with Decimals
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Begin by clearing decimals from an equation such as $0.25m - 0.4 = 1.6$ by multiplying both sides by an appropriate power of 10. Then use inverse operations: add or subtract constants, and finally divide to isolate the variable.
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What is the first step in solving $0.25m - 0.4 = 1.6$?
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Teenager Scenario
You save $0.5x$ dollars every week. After 8 weeks, you have saved 40 dollars. How much do you save each week?
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If $0.3a + 0.2 = 1.1$, what is the value of $a$?
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Solve $0.4m - 0.7 = 3.9$
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