6th Grade · Expressions & Equations
Solution
6.EE.B.7
Definition
The value of the variable that makes an equation a true statement.
Examples
- x = 7 is the solution to x + 5 = 12, because 7 + 5 = 12.
- Check by substituting the value back into the equation.
Key rule
A solution makes both sides of the equation equal.
Memory hook
The value that makes the equation true.