SOLUTION: what is the best way to solve an algebra question?

Question 156615: what is the best way to solve an algebra question?
Answer by nabla(475) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
It depends on the type of question, but in general:
1) Identify what you want to solve for.
2) Determine and complete distribution where necessary.
3. Shift constants to one side.
4. Variables to the other side.
5. Solve via algebraic techniques.
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Polynomials and roots will require different methods than the linear ones I supplied above.
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