Identity
Definition
An identity is an equation that is true for all values of the variable. It represents a fundamental mathematical relationship that holds regardless of the specific values involved.
Analogy
Think of an identity as a universal truth in mathematics, similar to how "2 + 2 = 4" is always true no matter what numbers you substitute in.
Related terms
Equation: A mathematical statement that shows the equality between two expressions.
Variable: A symbol used to represent an unknown value or quantity in mathematics.
Solution: The value(s) that make an equation or inequality true when substituted into the variable.
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