Algebraic Expression Vocabulary

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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. For example, in 3x, 3 is the coefficient.

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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. In the expression 8s + 5 - 4b, the constant is 5.

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Identify the coefficient in the expression 7xy².

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The coefficient is 7.

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Identify the constant in the expression 3x + 5.

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The constant is 5.

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What is the product of two numbers?

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The product is the result of multiplying two numbers together.

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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.

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What does it mean to simplify an algebraic expression?

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To simplify an algebraic expression means to combine like terms and reduce it to its simplest form.

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What are like terms in algebra?

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Like terms are terms that have the same variable raised to the same power. For example, 3x and 5x are like terms.

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What is the difference between an expression and an equation?

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

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What is the degree of a polynomial?

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The degree of a polynomial is the highest power of the variable in the expression.