Algebra Challenge

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One fourth of a number increased by nine is fifteen. What is the number?

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Eight less than quadruple a number equals forty-four. What is the number?

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13

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The sum of a number squared and seven is fifty-six. What is the number?

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7

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The quotient of thirty-two and a number equals eight. What is the number?

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4

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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 is a variable in algebra?

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

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What is a linear equation?

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A linear equation is an equation that makes a straight line when graphed, typically in the form y = mx + b.

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What is the distributive property?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac.

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What is a coefficient?

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A coefficient is a number that is multiplied by a variable in an algebraic expression.