Mathematical Terms and Concepts

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PEMDAS

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A mnemonic for the order of operations: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division, Addition and Subtraction.

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Order of Operations

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The rules that define the sequence in which operations should be performed in a mathematical expression.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Evaluate

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To calculate the value of an expression.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2

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Expression

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A combination of numbers, variables, and operators (such as + and ×) that represents a mathematical object.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2

CCSS.6.EE.B.6

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Factor

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A number or algebraic expression that divides another number or expression evenly.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.4

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Product

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The result of multiplying two or more numbers or expressions.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.1

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Quotient

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The result of dividing one number or expression by another.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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Sum

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The result of adding two or more numbers or expressions.

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CCSS.3.NBT.A.2

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Variable

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A symbol used to represent a number in expressions or equations.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2

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Coefficient

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A numerical or constant quantity placed before and multiplying the variable in an algebraic expression.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2

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