6th Grade · Expressions & Equations
Equation
6.EE.B.7
Definition
A number sentence stating that two expressions are equal, shown with an equals sign.
Teach it
Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.
Examples
- x + 5 = 12 is an equation — it has an equals sign.
- Both sides of an equation are equal.
Key rule
An equation always has an equals sign; an expression does not.
Memory hook
Two sides, balanced by an equals sign.