8th grade math Vocab

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Coefficient:

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A number used to multiply a variable.

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Variable: a symbol for an unknown value, usually x or y.

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a symbol for a value we don't know yet - is usually a letter like x or y

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What is an equation?

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A mathematical statement with an equals sign, showing two expressions are equal.

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Linear equation:

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an equation that makes a straight line when graphed.

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What is a solution?

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The answer or process to solving a problem or equation.

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Inverse operation:

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Reverses the effect of another operation.

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Distance around a figure

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Perimeter

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Two numbers multiplied together are called ____

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Factors

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Number below fraction line?

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Denominator

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Answer to a multiplication problem?

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