Solve Equations Game (Variables on both sides)
To solve an equation with variables on both sides, use inverse operations to get all the variable terms on one side of the equation and all the constant terms on the other. Perform the same operation on both sides to maintain balance, then simplify and solve for the variable. Scroll down the page for a more detailed explanation.
 
This game focuses on linear equations with variables on both sides. If you give a wrong answer, the game will provide the correct answer.
 

Solving Equations

Find the value of x.

Enable 60-Second Timer

Start Game

Score: 0 / 0

Time: 60

Solve for x:

Check Next

Back to Menu

 

How to Play the Solve Equations Game
The game will show you an algebraic equation with variables on both sides. Your task is to solve the equation.
Here’s how to play:

1. Timed Option: Check the timer if you want to enable the 60 second timer. Click “Start Game”.
   
2. Look at the Problem: You’ll see an algebraic equation with variables on both sides. Solve for the variable.
   
3. Enter Your Answer: Enter your answer at the (?).
   
4. Check Your Work: Click the Check button (or press the Enter key). The game will tell you if you’re correct. If you are wrong, you will be shown the correct answer.
   
5. Get a New Problem: Click the Next button for a new problem.
   Your score is tracked at the top, showing how many you’ve gotten right out of the total you’ve tried.
6. Back to Menu Click “Back to Menu” to restart the game.
    
   

How to Solve Equations with variables on both sides
To solve an equation with variables on both sides, use inverse operations to get all the variable terms on one side of the equation and all the constant terms on the other. Perform the same operation on both sides to maintain balance, then simplify and solve for the variable. Finally, substitute the solution back into the original equation to check your answer.
Step-by-step guide

1. Eliminate a variable term: Move all variable terms to one side by adding or subtracting them from both sides of the equation. It’s often easiest to move the term with the smaller coefficient to avoid working with negative numbers.
   
2. Eliminate a constant term: Move the constant term to the other side by adding or subtracting it from both sides.
   
3. Isolate the variable: Divide both sides by the coefficient of the variable to find its value.
   
4. Check your answer: Substitute the value you found back into the original equation to ensure both sides are equal.
    
   

The video gives a clear, step-by-step approach to solve one-step and two-step equations.

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