Mathematics GCSE
Equation
What Equation means in Mathematics GCSE, as defined for Eduqas.
Definition of Equation
A mathematical statement showing that two expressions are equal, containing an equals sign (e.g., $2x + 5 = 11$).
Topics that use Equation
- Algebra (Eduqas GCSE)
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