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We '''equate''' two quantities when we set them equal in an [[equation]]. This [[problem solving]] tactic is particularly useful when solving [[word problem]]s. | We '''equate''' two quantities when we set them equal in an [[equation]]. This [[problem solving]] tactic is particularly useful when solving [[word problem]]s. | ||
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+ | * [2006_AIME_I_Problems/Problem_5 | 2006 AIME I Problem 5]] |
Revision as of 02:29, 12 July 2006
We equate two quantities when we set them equal in an equation. This problem solving tactic is particularly useful when solving word problems.
Intermediate Examples
- [2006_AIME_I_Problems/Problem_5 | 2006 AIME I Problem 5]]