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math-000201
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Show all reasoning: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 11x + (-48) = 18 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=11x+(-48)$. Since the slope $11\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{6}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{66}{11}$ and compute the same integer $x=6$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for any ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=11...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=6$ because $a=11\neq 0$.
math-000202
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Question: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 29x + (7) = 558 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the end...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=29x+(7)$. Since the slope $29\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "St...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{19}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{551}{29}$ and compute the same integer $x=19$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-opera...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=29...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=19$ because $a=29\neq 0$.
math-000203
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Where appropriate, name the theorem you use: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 30x + (-15) = -435 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a bri...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-15)$ from both sides: $30x=-420$.", "Step 2: Since $30\\neq 0$, divide by $30$: $x=\\frac{-420}{30}$...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{-14}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-420}{30}$ and compute the same integer $x=-14$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for any ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=30...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-14$ because $a=30\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-14}$.)
math-000204
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Compute the requested quantity: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 3x + (3) = -63 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/c...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=3x+(3)$. Since the slope $3\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "Step...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-22}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-66}{3}$ and compute the same integer $x=-22$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-oper...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=3\...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-22$ because $a=3\neq 0$.
math-000205
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Checkpoint: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 4x + (58) = 130 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the e...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(58)$ from both sides: $4x=72$.", "Step 2: Since $4\\neq 0$, divide by $4$: $x=\\frac{72}{4}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{18}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{72}{4}$ and compute the same integer $x=18$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation $ax...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=4\...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=18$ because $a=4\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{18}$.)
math-000206
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Determine the requested value: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 11x + (41) = 283 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(41)$ from both sides: $11x=242$.", "Step 2: Since $11\\neq 0$, divide by $11$: $x=\\frac{242}{11}$.",...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{22}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{242}{11}$ and compute the same integer $x=22$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works fo...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=11...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=22$ because $a=11\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{22}$.)
math-000207
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Answer with a short justification: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 9x + (38) = 47 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verificatio...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=9x+(38)$. Since the slope $9\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "Ste...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{1}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{9}{9}$ and compute the same integer $x=1$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=9\...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=1$ because $a=9\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{1}$.)
math-000208
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Warm-up: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 19x + (35) = 130 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the end...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(35)$ from both sides: $19x=95$.", "Step 2: Since $19\\neq 0$, divide by $19$: $x=\\frac{95}{19}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{5}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{95}{19}$ and compute the same integer $x=5$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works for a...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=19...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=5$ because $a=19\neq 0$.
math-000209
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Solve and then verify: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 12x + (-1) = -229 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-c...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=12x+(-1)$. Since the slope $12\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-19}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-228}{12}$ and compute the same integer $x=-19$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=12...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-19$ because $a=12\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-19}$.)
math-000210
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Warm-up: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 11x + (53) = -222 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the en...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=11x+(53)$. Since the slope $11\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-25}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-275}{11}$ and compute the same integer $x=-25$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear e...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=11...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-25$ because $a=11\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-25}$.)
math-000211
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Work this out carefully: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 10x + (-7) = -147 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=10x+(-7)$. Since the slope $10\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-14}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-140}{10}$ and compute the same integer $x=-14$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=10...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-14$ because $a=10\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-14}$.)
math-000212
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Where appropriate, name the theorem you use: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 26x + (25) = 389 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(25)$ from both sides: $26x=364$.", "Step 2: Since $26\\neq 0$, divide by $26$: $x=\\frac{364}{26}$.",...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{14}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{364}{26}$ and compute the same integer $x=14$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works for any linear...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=26...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=14$ because $a=26\neq 0$.
math-000213
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Warm-up: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 21x + (-56) = -581 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the e...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-56)$ from both sides: $21x=-525$.", "Step 2: Since $21\\neq 0$, divide by $21$: $x=\\frac{-525}{21}$...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-25}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-525}{21}$ and compute the same integer $x=-25$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=21...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-25$ because $a=21\neq 0$.
math-000214
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Show all reasoning: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 18x + (-70) = -70 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-chec...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=18x+(-70)$. Since the slope $18\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{0}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{0}{18}$ and compute the same integer $x=0$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operation...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=18...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=0$ because $a=18\neq 0$.
math-000215
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
State any required conditions first: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 5x + (-9) = -119 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verific...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=5x+(-9)$. Since the slope $5\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "Ste...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-22}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-110}{5}$ and compute the same integer $x=-22$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations w...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=5\...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-22$ because $a=5\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-22}$.)
math-000216
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Warm-up: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 13x + (-23) = 159 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the en...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-23)$ from both sides: $13x=182$.", "Step 2: Since $13\\neq 0$, divide by $13$: $x=\\frac{182}{13}$."...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{14}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{182}{13}$ and compute the same integer $x=14$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations wor...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=13...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=14$ because $a=13\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{14}$.)
math-000217
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Solve and include a self-check: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 9x + (-46) = -46 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-46)$ from both sides: $9x=0$.", "Step 2: Since $9\\neq 0$, divide by $9$: $x=\\frac{0}{9}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{0}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{0}{9}$ and compute the same integer $x=0$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation $...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=9\...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=0$ because $a=9\neq 0$.
math-000218
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Task: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 23x + (50) = 625 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the end.
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(50)$ from both sides: $23x=575$.", "Step 2: Since $23\\neq 0$, divide by $23$: $x=\\frac{575}{23}$.",...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{25}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{575}{23}$ and compute the same integer $x=25$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works fo...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=23...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=25$ because $a=23\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{25}$.)
math-000219
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Find the exact value: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 18x + (47) = 353 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-che...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=18x+(47)$. Since the slope $18\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{17}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{306}{18}$ and compute the same integer $x=17$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works fo...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=18...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=17$ because $a=18\neq 0$.
math-000220
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Work this out carefully: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 9x + (43) = 124 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-c...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(43)$ from both sides: $9x=81$.", "Step 2: Since $9\\neq 0$, divide by $9$: $x=\\frac{81}{9}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{9}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{81}{9}$ and compute the same integer $x=9$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=9\...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=9$ because $a=9\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{9}$.)
math-000221
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Work this out carefully: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 9x + (72) = 54 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-ch...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=9x+(72)$. Since the slope $9\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "Ste...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-2}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-18}{9}$ and compute the same integer $x=-2$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=9\...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-2$ because $a=9\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-2}$.)
math-000222
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Keep the final answer in boxed form: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 16x + (39) = -265 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verifi...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=16x+(39)$. Since the slope $16\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{-19}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-304}{16}$ and compute the same integer $x=-19$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works for any linear eq...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=16...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-19$ because $a=16\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-19}$.)
math-000223
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Give an answer and a quick verification: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 14x + (37) = -173 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief ve...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=14x+(37)$. Since the slope $14\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{-15}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-210}{14}$ and compute the same integer $x=-15$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works for any linear eq...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=14...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-15$ because $a=14\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-15}$.)
math-000224
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Be explicit about assumptions: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 6x + (74) = 206 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/c...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(74)$ from both sides: $6x=132$.", "Step 2: Since $6\\neq 0$, divide by $6$: $x=\\frac{132}{6}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{22}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{132}{6}$ and compute the same integer $x=22$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for any line...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=6\...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=22$ because $a=6\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{22}$.)
math-000225
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Answer with a short justification: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 30x + (47) = 467 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verificat...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(47)$ from both sides: $30x=420$.", "Step 2: Since $30\\neq 0$, divide by $30$: $x=\\frac{420}{30}$.",...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{14}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{420}{30}$ and compute the same integer $x=14$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-opera...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=30...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=14$ because $a=30\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{14}$.)
math-000226
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Solve and include a self-check: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 26x + (33) = -227 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verificatio...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=26x+(33)$. Since the slope $26\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{-10}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-260}{26}$ and compute the same integer $x=-10$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equatio...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=26...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-10$ because $a=26\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-10}$.)
math-000227
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Compute the requested quantity: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 27x + (-40) = -283 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verificati...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=27x+(-40)$. Since the slope $27\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-9}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-243}{27}$ and compute the same integer $x=-9$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=27...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-9$ because $a=27\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-9}$.)
math-000228
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Prompt: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 2x + (-38) = -66 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the end.
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=2x+(-38)$. Since the slope $2\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "St...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-14}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-28}{2}$ and compute the same integer $x=-14$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works for any linea...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=2\...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-14$ because $a=2\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-14}$.)
math-000229
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Question: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 19x + (-61) = -99 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the e...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=19x+(-61)$. Since the slope $19\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{-2}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-38}{19}$ and compute the same integer $x=-2$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for any lin...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=19...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-2$ because $a=19\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-2}$.)
math-000230
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
State any required conditions first: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 30x + (-45) = 75 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verific...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-45)$ from both sides: $30x=120$.", "Step 2: Since $30\\neq 0$, divide by $30$: $x=\\frac{120}{30}$."...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{4}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{120}{30}$ and compute the same integer $x=4$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation $ax...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=30...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=4$ because $a=30\neq 0$.
math-000231
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Problem: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 20x + (13) = 413 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the end...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=20x+(13)$. Since the slope $20\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{20}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{400}{20}$ and compute the same integer $x=20$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for any lin...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=20...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=20$ because $a=20\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{20}$.)
math-000232
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Give a fully justified solution: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 10x + (-44) = -4 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verificatio...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=10x+(-44)$. Since the slope $10\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{4}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{40}{10}$ and compute the same integer $x=4$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equatio...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=10...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=4$ because $a=10\neq 0$.
math-000233
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Compute the requested quantity: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 16x + (62) = -226 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verificatio...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(62)$ from both sides: $16x=-288$.", "Step 2: Since $16\\neq 0$, divide by $16$: $x=\\frac{-288}{16}$....
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-18}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-288}{16}$ and compute the same integer $x=-18$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear e...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=16...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-18$ because $a=16\neq 0$.
math-000234
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Give a theorem-based solution: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 25x + (76) = 526 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(76)$ from both sides: $25x=450$.", "Step 2: Since $25\\neq 0$, divide by $25$: $x=\\frac{450}{25}$.",...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{18}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{450}{25}$ and compute the same integer $x=18$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation $...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=25...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=18$ because $a=25\neq 0$.
math-000235
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Explain what is being counted/optimized: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 24x + (-11) = -35 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief ve...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-11)$ from both sides: $24x=-24$.", "Step 2: Since $24\\neq 0$, divide by $24$: $x=\\frac{-24}{24}$."...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-1}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-24}{24}$ and compute the same integer $x=-1$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works for any linear...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=24...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-1$ because $a=24\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-1}$.)
math-000236
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Give a fully justified solution: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 8x + (58) = 114 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=8x+(58)$. Since the slope $8\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "Ste...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{7}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{56}{8}$ and compute the same integer $x=7$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operation...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=8\...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=7$ because $a=8\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{7}$.)
math-000237
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Determine the requested value: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 5x + (70) = 170 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/c...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=5x+(70)$. Since the slope $5\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "Ste...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{20}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{100}{5}$ and compute the same integer $x=20$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations work...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=5\...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=20$ because $a=5\neq 0$.
math-000238
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Solve (and briefly cross-validate): Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 9x + (-70) = 137 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verifica...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-70)$ from both sides: $9x=207$.", "Step 2: Since $9\\neq 0$, divide by $9$: $x=\\frac{207}{9}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{23}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{207}{9}$ and compute the same integer $x=23$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation $a...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=9\...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=23$ because $a=9\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{23}$.)
math-000239
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Solve and sanity-check: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 16x + (-3) = -307 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-3)$ from both sides: $16x=-304$.", "Step 2: Since $16\\neq 0$, divide by $16$: $x=\\frac{-304}{16}$....
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{-19}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-304}{16}$ and compute the same integer $x=-19$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operati...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=16...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-19$ because $a=16\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-19}$.)
math-000240
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Start by stating any domain restrictions: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 9x + (48) = 156 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief ver...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(48)$ from both sides: $9x=108$.", "Step 2: Since $9\\neq 0$, divide by $9$: $x=\\frac{108}{9}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{12}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{108}{9}$ and compute the same integer $x=12$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operat...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=9\...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=12$ because $a=9\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{12}$.)
math-000241
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Where appropriate, name the theorem you use: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 6x + (-52) = 98 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief ...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=6x+(-52)$. Since the slope $6\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "St...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{25}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{150}{6}$ and compute the same integer $x=25$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation $a...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=6\...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=25$ because $a=6\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{25}$.)
math-000242
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Solve and justify each step: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 4x + (78) = 86 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cros...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(78)$ from both sides: $4x=8$.", "Step 2: Since $4\\neq 0$, divide by $4$: $x=\\frac{8}{4}$.", "...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{2}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{8}{4}$ and compute the same integer $x=2$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=4\...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=2$ because $a=4\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{2}$.)
math-000243
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Question: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 13x + (77) = -66 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the en...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(77)$ from both sides: $13x=-143$.", "Step 2: Since $13\\neq 0$, divide by $13$: $x=\\frac{-143}{13}$....
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{-11}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-143}{13}$ and compute the same integer $x=-11$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-op...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=13...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-11$ because $a=13\neq 0$.
math-000244
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Explain each transformation: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 10x + (73) = 163 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cr...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=10x+(73)$. Since the slope $10\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{9}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{90}{10}$ and compute the same integer $x=9$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=10...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=9$ because $a=10\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{9}$.)
math-000245
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Give an answer and a quick verification: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 14x + (-6) = -230 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief ve...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-6)$ from both sides: $14x=-224$.", "Step 2: Since $14\\neq 0$, divide by $14$: $x=\\frac{-224}{14}$....
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-16}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-224}{14}$ and compute the same integer $x=-16$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear e...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=14...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-16$ because $a=14\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-16}$.)
math-000246
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Solve and include a self-check: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 12x + (-18) = 78 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-18)$ from both sides: $12x=96$.", "Step 2: Since $12\\neq 0$, divide by $12$: $x=\\frac{96}{12}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{8}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{96}{12}$ and compute the same integer $x=8$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=12...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=8$ because $a=12\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{8}$.)
math-000247
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Solve and include a self-check: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 28x + (-32) = 388 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verificatio...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=28x+(-32)$. Since the slope $28\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{15}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{420}{28}$ and compute the same integer $x=15$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=28...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=15$ because $a=28\neq 0$.
math-000248
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Explain what is being counted/optimized: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 26x + (39) = 585 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief ver...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(39)$ from both sides: $26x=546$.", "Step 2: Since $26\\neq 0$, divide by $26$: $x=\\frac{546}{26}$.",...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{21}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{546}{26}$ and compute the same integer $x=21$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-opera...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=26...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=21$ because $a=26\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{21}$.)
math-000249
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Solve with verification: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 24x + (-16) = 32 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-16)$ from both sides: $24x=48$.", "Step 2: Since $24\\neq 0$, divide by $24$: $x=\\frac{48}{24}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{2}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{48}{24}$ and compute the same integer $x=2$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations wo...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=24...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=2$ because $a=24\neq 0$.
math-000250
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Compute the requested quantity: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 12x + (-23) = 181 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verificatio...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=12x+(-23)$. Since the slope $12\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{17}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{204}{12}$ and compute the same integer $x=17$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equa...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=12...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=17$ because $a=12\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{17}$.)
math-000251
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Solve and then verify: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 2x + (-64) = -88 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-ch...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=2x+(-64)$. Since the slope $2\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "St...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-12}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-24}{2}$ and compute the same integer $x=-12$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=2\...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-12$ because $a=2\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-12}$.)
math-000252
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
State any required conditions first: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 5x + (55) = 65 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verificat...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=5x+(55)$. Since the slope $5\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "Ste...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{2}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{10}{5}$ and compute the same integer $x=2$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for any linear ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=5\...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=2$ because $a=5\neq 0$.
math-000253
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Solve with verification: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 24x + (72) = 432 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=24x+(72)$. Since the slope $24\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{15}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{360}{24}$ and compute the same integer $x=15$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for any lin...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=24...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=15$ because $a=24\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{15}$.)
math-000254
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Make each step logically reversible (or explain if not): Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 3x + (-36) = -45 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Inc...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-36)$ from both sides: $3x=-9$.", "Step 2: Since $3\\neq 0$, divide by $3$: $x=\\frac{-9}{3}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{-3}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-9}{3}$ and compute the same integer $x=-3$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Invers...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=3\...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-3$ because $a=3\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-3}$.)
math-000255
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Write the solution set clearly: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 15x + (-6) = 219 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-6)$ from both sides: $15x=225$.", "Step 2: Since $15\\neq 0$, divide by $15$: $x=\\frac{225}{15}$.",...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{15}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{225}{15}$ and compute the same integer $x=15$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equa...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=15...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=15$ because $a=15\neq 0$.
math-000256
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Be explicit about assumptions: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 13x + (46) = 150 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=13x+(46)$. Since the slope $13\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{8}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{104}{13}$ and compute the same integer $x=8$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=13...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=8$ because $a=13\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{8}$.)
math-000257
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Give a theorem-based solution: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 28x + (30) = 646 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(30)$ from both sides: $28x=616$.", "Step 2: Since $28\\neq 0$, divide by $28$: $x=\\frac{616}{28}$.",...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{22}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{616}{28}$ and compute the same integer $x=22$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for any lin...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=28...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=22$ because $a=28\neq 0$.
math-000258
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Show all reasoning: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 24x + (-73) = -529 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-che...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-73)$ from both sides: $24x=-456$.", "Step 2: Since $24\\neq 0$, divide by $24$: $x=\\frac{-456}{24}$...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-19}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-456}{24}$ and compute the same integer $x=-19$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=24...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-19$ because $a=24\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-19}$.)
math-000259
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Solve and then verify: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 12x + (28) = 88 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-che...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(28)$ from both sides: $12x=60$.", "Step 2: Since $12\\neq 0$, divide by $12$: $x=\\frac{60}{12}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{5}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{60}{12}$ and compute the same integer $x=5$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=12...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=5$ because $a=12\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{5}$.)
math-000260
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Solve and then verify: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 2x + (73) = 49 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-chec...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=2x+(73)$. Since the slope $2\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "Ste...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-12}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-24}{2}$ and compute the same integer $x=-12$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=2\...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-12$ because $a=2\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-12}$.)
math-000261
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Track quantifiers carefully: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 5x + (-25) = -30 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cr...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=5x+(-25)$. Since the slope $5\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "St...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-1}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-5}{5}$ and compute the same integer $x=-1$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=5\...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-1$ because $a=5\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-1}$.)
math-000262
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Exercise: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 29x + (28) = -30 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the en...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=29x+(28)$. Since the slope $29\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-2}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-58}{29}$ and compute the same integer $x=-2$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works for any linear...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=29...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-2$ because $a=29\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-2}$.)
math-000263
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Show all reasoning: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 5x + (-19) = -9 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check ...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=5x+(-19)$. Since the slope $5\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "St...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{2}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{10}{5}$ and compute the same integer $x=2$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=5\...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=2$ because $a=5\neq 0$.
math-000264
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Be explicit about assumptions: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 30x + (68) = -52 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(68)$ from both sides: $30x=-120$.", "Step 2: Since $30\\neq 0$, divide by $30$: $x=\\frac{-120}{30}$....
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{-4}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-120}{30}$ and compute the same integer $x=-4$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operation...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=30...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-4$ because $a=30\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-4}$.)
math-000265
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Where appropriate, name the theorem you use: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 14x + (-50) = -120 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a bri...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=14x+(-50)$. Since the slope $14\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-5}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-70}{14}$ and compute the same integer $x=-5$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works for any linear...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=14...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-5$ because $a=14\neq 0$.
math-000266
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Task: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 28x + (74) = -430 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the end.
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=28x+(74)$. Since the slope $28\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-18}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-504}{28}$ and compute the same integer $x=-18$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=28...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-18$ because $a=28\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-18}$.)
math-000267
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Derive the result step-by-step: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 11x + (42) = -68 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=11x+(42)$. Since the slope $11\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-10}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-110}{11}$ and compute the same integer $x=-10$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=11...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-10$ because $a=11\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-10}$.)
math-000268
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Try to avoid pattern-matching; explain why: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 5x + (59) = 64 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief ve...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(59)$ from both sides: $5x=5$.", "Step 2: Since $5\\neq 0$, divide by $5$: $x=\\frac{5}{5}$.", "...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{1}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{5}{5}$ and compute the same integer $x=1$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations work...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=5\...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=1$ because $a=5\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{1}$.)
math-000269
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Track quantifiers carefully: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 16x + (-80) = 48 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cr...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-80)$ from both sides: $16x=128$.", "Step 2: Since $16\\neq 0$, divide by $16$: $x=\\frac{128}{16}$."...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{8}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{128}{16}$ and compute the same integer $x=8$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=16...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=8$ because $a=16\neq 0$.
math-000270
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Prompt: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 8x + (-73) = -49 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the end.
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-73)$ from both sides: $8x=24$.", "Step 2: Since $8\\neq 0$, divide by $8$: $x=\\frac{24}{8}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{3}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{24}{8}$ and compute the same integer $x=3$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works for an...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=8\...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=3$ because $a=8\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{3}$.)
math-000271
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Solve and include a self-check: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 13x + (48) = 282 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(48)$ from both sides: $13x=234$.", "Step 2: Since $13\\neq 0$, divide by $13$: $x=\\frac{234}{13}$.",...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{18}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{234}{13}$ and compute the same integer $x=18$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-opera...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=13...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=18$ because $a=13\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{18}$.)
math-000272
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Provide both a computational and a conceptual explanation: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 10x + (-20) = -30 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). ...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-20)$ from both sides: $10x=-10$.", "Step 2: Since $10\\neq 0$, divide by $10$: $x=\\frac{-10}{10}$."...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{-1}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-10}{10}$ and compute the same integer $x=-1$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation $...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=10...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-1$ because $a=10\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-1}$.)
math-000273
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Explain what is being counted/optimized: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 2x + (-2) = -38 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief veri...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-2)$ from both sides: $2x=-36$.", "Step 2: Since $2\\neq 0$, divide by $2$: $x=\\frac{-36}{2}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{-18}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-36}{2}$ and compute the same integer $x=-18$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for any li...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=2\...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-18$ because $a=2\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-18}$.)
math-000274
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Be explicit about assumptions: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 5x + (-17) = -97 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=5x+(-17)$. Since the slope $5\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "St...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{-16}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-80}{5}$ and compute the same integer $x=-16$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=5\...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-16$ because $a=5\neq 0$.
math-000275
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Where appropriate, name the theorem you use: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 26x + (7) = 33 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief v...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=26x+(7)$. Since the slope $26\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "St...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{1}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{26}{26}$ and compute the same integer $x=1$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equatio...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=26...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=1$ because $a=26\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{1}$.)
math-000276
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Challenge: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 27x + (61) = 304 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the e...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=27x+(61)$. Since the slope $27\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{9}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{243}{27}$ and compute the same integer $x=9$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operati...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=27...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=9$ because $a=27\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{9}$.)
math-000277
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
State any required conditions first: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 13x + (-14) = -79 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verifi...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=13x+(-14)$. Since the slope $13\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{-5}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-65}{13}$ and compute the same integer $x=-5$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inve...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=13...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-5$ because $a=13\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-5}$.)
math-000278
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Prompt: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 23x + (-70) = 91 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the end.
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-70)$ from both sides: $23x=161$.", "Step 2: Since $23\\neq 0$, divide by $23$: $x=\\frac{161}{23}$."...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{7}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{161}{23}$ and compute the same integer $x=7$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=23...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=7$ because $a=23\neq 0$.
math-000279
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Track quantifiers carefully: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 14x + (41) = 307 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cr...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(41)$ from both sides: $14x=266$.", "Step 2: Since $14\\neq 0$, divide by $14$: $x=\\frac{266}{14}$.",...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{19}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{266}{14}$ and compute the same integer $x=19$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-opera...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=14...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=19$ because $a=14\neq 0$.
math-000280
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Solve and justify each step: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 17x + (-6) = -108 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/c...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=17x+(-6)$. Since the slope $17\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{-6}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-102}{17}$ and compute the same integer $x=-6$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=17...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-6$ because $a=17\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-6}$.)
math-000281
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Explain each transformation: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 7x + (-3) = -73 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cro...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=7x+(-3)$. Since the slope $7\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "Ste...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-10}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-70}{7}$ and compute the same integer $x=-10$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations wo...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=7\...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-10$ because $a=7\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-10}$.)
math-000282
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Answer with a short justification: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 18x + (42) = 366 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verificat...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=18x+(42)$. Since the slope $18\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{18}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{324}{18}$ and compute the same integer $x=18$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation $...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=18...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=18$ because $a=18\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{18}$.)
math-000283
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Provide both a computational and a conceptual explanation: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 13x + (-33) = -254 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). ...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-33)$ from both sides: $13x=-221$.", "Step 2: Since $13\\neq 0$, divide by $13$: $x=\\frac{-221}{13}$...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-17}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-221}{13}$ and compute the same integer $x=-17$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=13...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-17$ because $a=13\neq 0$.
math-000284
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Give a fully justified solution: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 3x + (32) = 2 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/c...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=3x+(32)$. Since the slope $3\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "Ste...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-10}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-30}{3}$ and compute the same integer $x=-10$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=3\...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-10$ because $a=3\neq 0$.
math-000285
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Do not skip justification steps: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 3x + (45) = -12 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=3x+(45)$. Since the slope $3\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "Ste...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{-19}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-57}{3}$ and compute the same integer $x=-19$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operation...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=3\...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-19$ because $a=3\neq 0$.
math-000286
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Challenge: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 15x + (13) = -77 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the e...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=15x+(13)$. Since the slope $15\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-6}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-90}{15}$ and compute the same integer $x=-6$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for a...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=15...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-6$ because $a=15\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-6}$.)
math-000287
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Solve and sanity-check: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 14x + (46) = -178 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=14x+(46)$. Since the slope $14\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-16}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-224}{14}$ and compute the same integer $x=-16$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=14...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-16$ because $a=14\neq 0$.
math-000288
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Where appropriate, name the theorem you use: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 26x + (-34) = -34 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brie...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-34)$ from both sides: $26x=0$.", "Step 2: Since $26\\neq 0$, divide by $26$: $x=\\frac{0}{26}$.", ...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{0}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{0}{26}$ and compute the same integer $x=0$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation $ax+b...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=26...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=0$ because $a=26\neq 0$.
math-000289
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Show all reasoning: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 16x + (34) = -334 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-chec...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=16x+(34)$. Since the slope $16\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{-23}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-368}{16}$ and compute the same integer $x=-23$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-op...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=16...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-23$ because $a=16\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-23}$.)
math-000290
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Provide both a computational and a conceptual explanation: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 18x + (-70) = -268 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). ...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=18x+(-70)$. Since the slope $18\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{-11}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-198}{18}$ and compute the same integer $x=-11$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-op...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=18...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-11$ because $a=18\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-11}$.)
math-000291
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Indicate where a theorem is used: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 23x + (-3) = -141 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verificat...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=23x+(-3)$. Since the slope $23\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-6}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-138}{23}$ and compute the same integer $x=-6$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-oper...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=23...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-6$ because $a=23\neq 0$.
math-000292
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Solve and then verify: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 10x + (76) = 286 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-ch...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=10x+(76)$. Since the slope $10\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{21}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{210}{10}$ and compute the same integer $x=21$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inve...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=10...
Key idea: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=21$ because $a=10\neq 0$.
math-000293
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Complete the analysis: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 27x + (-51) = -591 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=27x+(-51)$. Since the slope $27\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{-20}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-540}{27}$ and compute the same integer $x=-20$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-op...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=27...
Takeaway: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-20$ because $a=27\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-20}$.)
math-000294
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Inverse Operations
1
Solve and justify each step: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 3x + (51) = 0 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=3x+(51)$. Since the slope $3\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "Ste...
{ "consistency_check": "Consistency verification shows both paths yield the identical boxed result. Final answer: $\\boxed{-17}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-51}{3}$ and compute the same integer $x=-17$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-oper...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=3\...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-17$ because $a=3\neq 0$.
math-000295
Elementary Algebra: Linear Equations — Verification
1
Challenge: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 13x + (20) = 124 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-check at the e...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(20)$ from both sides: $13x=104$.", "Step 2: Since $13\\neq 0$, divide by $13$: $x=\\frac{104}{13}$.",...
{ "consistency_check": "Cross-check: both derivations land on the same invariant quantity. Final answer: $\\boxed{8}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{104}{13}$ and compute the same integer $x=8$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=13...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=8$ because $a=13\neq 0$.
math-000296
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Start by stating any domain restrictions: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 6x + (70) = -62 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief ver...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=6x+(70)$. Since the slope $6\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "Ste...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{-22}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-132}{6}$ and compute the same integer $x=-22$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Sensitivity analysis: Inverse-operations works for any linear equ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=6\...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-22$ because $a=6\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-22}$.)
math-000297
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Complete the analysis: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 28x + (38) = -438 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/cross-c...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=28x+(38)$. Since the slope $28\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-17}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-476}{28}$ and compute the same integer $x=-17$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear e...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=28...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-17$ because $a=28\neq 0$.
math-000298
Algebra: Affine Functions — Injectivity
1
Use two approaches if possible: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 19x + (60) = -301 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verificatio...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=19x+(60)$. Since the slope $19\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{-19}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-361}{19}$ and compute the same integer $x=-19$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "If the problem were perturbed: Inverse-operations works for any ...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=19...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-19$ because $a=19\neq 0$.
math-000299
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
1
Provide a rigorous solution: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 27x + (53) = -568 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification/c...
[ { "method_name": "Function + Injectivity", "approach": "View the left side as an affine function with nonzero slope, hence injective; solving identifies the unique preimage of $c$.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Let $f(x)=27x+(53)$. Since the slope $27\\neq 0$, $f$ is injective on $\\mathbb{R}$.", "S...
{ "consistency_check": "The two methods are consistent and must coincide. Final answer: $\\boxed{-23}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{-621}{27}$ and compute the same integer $x=-23$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Generality note: Inverse-operations works for any linear e...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=27...
Remember: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=-23$ because $a=27\neq 0$. (Here the result is $\boxed{-23}$.)
math-000300
Prealgebra: Solving for a Variable
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Derive the result step-by-step: Solve for $x$ and verify your result: (a) Solve $ 11x + (-1) = 186 $. (b) Substitute your value of $x$ back into the original equation to confirm equality. Your solution should explicitly justify any division step (i.e., explain why the divisor is nonzero). Include a brief verification...
[ { "method_name": "Inverse Operations", "approach": "Undo the addition/subtraction first, then undo the multiplication by dividing by the nonzero coefficient.", "steps": [ "Step 1: Subtract $(-1)$ from both sides: $11x=187$.", "Step 2: Since $11\\neq 0$, divide by $11$: $x=\\frac{187}{11}$.",...
{ "consistency_check": "Both approaches agree after simplification. Final answer: $\\boxed{17}$.\nBoth methods reduce the equation to $x=\\frac{187}{11}$ and compute the same integer $x=17$; substitution confirms equality.", "robustness_analysis": "Robustness note: Inverse-operations works for any linear equation $...
[ { "error_description": "Divided by the coefficient without checking it is nonzero.", "why_plausible": "In many classroom examples the coefficient is implicitly nonzero, so the condition is forgotten.", "why_wrong": "If $a=0$ the equation becomes $b=c$ (either no solutions or infinitely many). Here $a=11...
Core principle: For $ax+b=c$, always isolate $x$ using valid inverse operations, and verify by substitution; here the unique solution is $x=17$ because $a=11\neq 0$.