Math Problem Statement

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Solution

This is a math puzzle in which the goal is to place the given equations into a table where all the rows contain equivalent equations. Each row represents a group of equations that are algebraically the same but are expressed in different forms.

Given Equations on the Cards:

  1. 5y6=2x5y - 6 = 2x
  2. 5y=62x5y = 6 - 2x
  3. 2x6=5y2x - 6 = 5y
  4. 5y2x=65y - 2x = 6

Steps to Solve:

The equations need to be rearranged so they match the form of the equations already in the table. To do this:

  • Rearrange each card to isolate terms and match other rows' structure.
  • Verify they are equivalent using algebra.

Matching the Cards to Rows:

  1. Card 5y6=2x5y - 6 = 2x: Rearrange:
    5y=6+2x5y = 6 + 2x → Matches the second row, second column.

  2. Card 5y=62x5y = 6 - 2x: This is already simplified and matches the form of an equivalent equation.
    Rearrange: 5y6=2x5y - 6 = -2x → Matches row one, left column.

  3. Card 2x6=5y2x - 6 = 5y: Rearrange:
    2x=6+5y2x = 6 + 5y → Matches top row, first column.

  4. Card 5y2x=65y - 2x = 6: Rearrange:
    5y+2x=65y + 2x = 6 → Matches the third row, first column.


Filled Table Solution:

First RowSecond RowThird Row
2x=6+5y2x = 6 + 5y2x6=5y2x - 6 = 5y5y+2x6=05y + 2x - 6 = 0
5y6=2x5y - 6 = 2x5y=6+2x5y = 6 + 2x5y+2x=65y + 2x = 6

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5 Related Questions:

  1. How can you check if two equations are equivalent?
  2. What are the rules for rearranging algebraic equations?
  3. How do you write an equation in standard form?
  4. What strategies can help group equivalent equations?
  5. How can you graph these equations to verify their equivalence?

Tip: When solving for equivalence, isolate one variable (like xx or yy) in all equations and compare the forms.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebraic Equivalence
Equation Rearrangement
Linear Equations

Formulas

Standard form of a linear equation: Ax + By = C
Rearranging equations to isolate terms

Theorems

Equality property of algebra
Commutative and associative properties of addition and subtraction

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10