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Subtraction Equations

In this topic, we learn to write and solve subtraction equations.

Topic: Subtraction Equations

  • A quantity on left side of the equals sign is balanced with the quantity on the right

  • To solve a subtraction equation, isolate the unknown

  • Use inverse operations to isolate the unknown; addition is the inverse of subtraction

  • Add the same number to both sides to solve
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