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OpenStudy (jenniferjuice):

What does it mean for a number to be the "solution" to an equation? Give an example of a variable equation and its solution. Explain in complete sentences how you know that number is the solution.

OpenStudy (primeralph):

It means the number is what makes the equation true. For example, 5 - x = 3, 2 is the solution because only 5-2 = 3

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