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Solve linear equations: word problems

Translate real-world scenarios into algebraic equations and solve them. This involves identifying the unknown quantity, assigning a variable, and setting up the equation.

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Concept

Example: You have $50 and save $10 per week. How many weeks will it take to save $200?

1.  Variable: Let 'w' be the number of weeks.
2.  Equation: 50 + 10w = 200
3.  Solve:
    *   10w = 150
    *   w = 15
*   It will take 15 weeks.

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Practice: Solve linear equations: word problems.