Topic 3 Review Test

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol, often represented by letters such as x or y, that stands for an unknown value.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is a coefficient in an algebraic expression?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor that multiplies a variable in an algebraic expression.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is a constant in an algebraic expression?

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A constant is a fixed value that does not change, represented by a number.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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How do you evaluate an expression with a variable?

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To evaluate an expression with a variable, substitute the value of the variable into the expression and perform the arithmetic operations.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What does it mean to write an expression using exponents?

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Writing an expression using exponents means to express repeated multiplication of a number by itself in a compact form, using a base and an exponent.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.1

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How do you translate a verbal phrase into an algebraic expression?

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To translate a verbal phrase into an algebraic expression, identify the mathematical operations described and use variables to represent unknown quantities.

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CCSS.HSA-SSE.A.1A

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What is the process for solving a word problem involving costs?

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To solve a word problem involving costs, identify the variables, set up an equation based on the information given, and solve for the unknown.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the formula for calculating total cost in a scenario with multiple items?

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The total cost can be calculated by multiplying the quantity of each item by its price and then summing these amounts.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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What does '8 less than 4 times a number c' translate to in algebraic terms?

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It translates to the expression 4c - 8.

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CCSS.HSA-SSE.A.1A

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How do you simplify the expression 12.5a + 8.5c for specific values of a and c?

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Substitute the specific values of a and c into the expression and perform the arithmetic operations to simplify.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C