CW_Algebraic Expressions_M2

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

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Addition refers to the process of combining two or more numbers to get a total, often represented by the symbol '+'.

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What are some common terms that indicate 'exponent'?

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Common terms that indicate exponent include 'cubed', 'squared', and 'power'.

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What is an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables, and operation symbols, such as '3x + 6y'.

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Define a 'term' in the context of algebraic expressions.

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A term is a number and/or variable that is separated by addition or subtraction in an expression.

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How can you represent the total number of problems Kendra completed if she did 'x' problems and 5 extra?

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The algebraic expression representing the total number of problems Kendra completed is 'x + 5'.

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What is the difference between a variable and a constant in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol (often a letter) that represents an unknown value, while a constant is a fixed value that does not change.

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What is the purpose of using parentheses in algebraic expressions?

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Parentheses are used to indicate which operations should be performed first in an expression.

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What is the significance of coefficients in algebraic expressions?

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Coefficients are numerical factors that multiply the variables in an expression, indicating how many times the variable is counted.

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How do you simplify the expression '2x + 3x'?

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To simplify '2x + 3x', combine like terms to get '5x'.

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What is the difference between an equation and an expression?

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An equation states that two expressions are equal, while an expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operations without an equality sign.