Equation

Definition

An equation is a mathematical statement that shows two expressions are equal. It contains variables, constants, and mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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Solution:

A value or set of values that make an equation true when substituted into it.

Linear equation: An equation where the highest power of the variable is 1.

Quadratic equation: An equation where the highest power of the variable is 2.