What Is the Purpose of Algebra

question 11

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of algebra?

• A) To calculate the answer to an equation
• B) To determine whether an equation fits the associated property
• C) To evaluate whether an equation has a fraction
• D) To identify the unknown value of a variable

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