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The Role of Simplification in Mathematical Modeling
As part of a company-wide initiative to improve analytical accuracy, you are drafting a 'Quick Reference' guide on how to process complex algebraic equations used in budget forecasting. Based on the standard procedures for handling multi-step equations, describe the two specific techniques used to simplify expressions on each side of an equation. Furthermore, clearly explain the fundamental difference between the process of 'simplifying' a side and the process of 'solving' the equation to isolate a variable.
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