Mathematical Expressions

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What does the term 'exponent' refer to in mathematical expressions?

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An exponent indicates how many times a number (the base) is multiplied by itself.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.1

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How is division represented in mathematical expressions?

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Division is represented by the symbol '÷' or '/'.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

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What is the result of subtracting a number from another number called?

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The result is called the difference.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.7

CCSS.3.NBT.A.2

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How do you express 'four decreased by 2' in mathematical terms?

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4 - 2.

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CCSS.5.OA.A.1

CCSS.5.OA.A.2

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What is the mathematical expression for 'the quotient of a number and 4'?

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a ÷ 4.

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CCSS.5.OA.A.1

CCSS.5.OA.A.2

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What operation does the phrase 'cut in half' indicate?

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It indicates division by 2.

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What is the mathematical term for 'fewer than'?

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It indicates subtraction.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.1

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How do you express 'the sum of a number and 5' in mathematical terms?

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a + 5.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2A

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What does the term 'product' refer to in mathematics?

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The product is the result of multiplying two or more numbers.

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CCSS.4.NBT.B.5

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How is addition represented in mathematical expressions?

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Addition is represented by the symbol '+'.

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CCSS.5.OA.A.1

CCSS.5.OA.A.2