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What is a term in an algebraic expression?

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A term is a single mathematical expression that can be a number, a variable, or a combination of both, separated by addition or subtraction.

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How do you identify the number of terms in an algebraic expression?

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Count the number of distinct parts separated by '+' or '-' signs.

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What is a numerical expression?

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A numerical expression is a mathematical phrase that includes numbers and operations but no variables.

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What is an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that includes numbers, variables, and operations.

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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 expression.

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What is a variable in an algebraic expression?

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A variable is a symbol, usually a letter, that represents an unknown value.

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How do you identify the coefficient in an expression?

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The coefficient is the number that is multiplied by the variable.

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What is the difference between a numerical expression and an algebraic expression?

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A numerical expression contains only numbers and operations, while an algebraic expression contains numbers, variables, and operations.

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What does it mean for an expression to be simplified?

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An expression is simplified when it is reduced to its simplest form, with no like terms remaining.

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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 without a variable.