A solution is a value that makes an equation true when substituted in. An equation can have one solution, many, or none, and checking by substitution is how you confirm which you have found.
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Solution
A solution is a value that makes an equation or inequality true.
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What it means
For a graph, a solution can be a point that satisfies the relationship.
Also called: answer value
Examples
| x = 4 solves x + 2 = 6 |
| (3, 5) can solve a system |
| x > 7 has many solutions |
Common mistake
Always check a solution by substituting it back into the original statement.
Try one
Question: Is x = 3 a solution of x + 5 = 8?
Show answer
Yes. 3 + 5 = 8.