This math topic focuses on advanced algebraic concepts involving balance shapes, substitution, and subtraction to arrive at equation solutions. It challenges students to identify the correct algebraic expression representing balance scale scenarios illustrated through images. Each question provides multiple choice answers in LaTeX format. This topic helps to build proficiency in understanding visual representations of equations and applying algebraic manipulation to solve for variables, thereby enhancing problem-solving skills in a more advanced algebra context.

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Balance Shapes - Substitution and Subtraction, Simple Answer - To Equation Answer Worksheet

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Balance Shapes - Substitution and Subtraction, Simple Answer - To Equation Answer
1
Which equation represents the solution to the bottom scale?
An svg image showing a math problem
a A LaTex expression showing s=3t + s
b A LaTex expression showing s=3t
c A LaTex expression showing s=4t
d A LaTex expression showing s=t
2
Which equation represents the solution to the bottom scale?
An svg image showing a math problem
a A LaTex expression showing t=3c + s + t
b A LaTex expression showing t=3c
c A LaTex expression showing t=3c + s
d A LaTex expression showing t=3c + 3s
e A LaTex expression showing t=3c + 2s + t
3
Which equation represents the solution to the bottom scale?
An svg image showing a math problem
a A LaTex expression showing 2s + t=c
b A LaTex expression showing 5s=c
c A LaTex expression showing 2s=c
d A LaTex expression showing 6s=c
e A LaTex expression showing 3s=c
4
Which equation represents the solution to the bottom scale?
An svg image showing a math problem
a A LaTex expression showing c=s
b A LaTex expression showing 3s=s
c A LaTex expression showing 3t=s
d A LaTex expression showing t=s
5
Which equation represents the solution to the bottom scale?
An svg image showing a math problem
a A LaTex expression showing 3c + s=t
b A LaTex expression showing 3c=t
c A LaTex expression showing 2c + s=t
d A LaTex expression showing 3s=t
e A LaTex expression showing s=t
6
Which equation represents the solution to the bottom scale?
An svg image showing a math problem
a A LaTex expression showing s=2t
b A LaTex expression showing s=c
c A LaTex expression showing s=2c
d A LaTex expression showing s=t
e A LaTex expression showing s=3c
7
Which equation represents the solution to the bottom scale?
An svg image showing a math problem
a A LaTex expression showing t=9s
b A LaTex expression showing t=6s
c A LaTex expression showing t=3s
d A LaTex expression showing t=9s + c
e A LaTex expression showing t=6s + c
8
Which equation represents the solution to the bottom scale?
An svg image showing a math problem
a A LaTex expression showing s=2c
b A LaTex expression showing s=c
c A LaTex expression showing s=4c
d A LaTex expression showing s=3c