Flashcard Review - Expressions

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What is half of a number, c?

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c ÷ 2

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How is the number 9 best described in the expression 9m + 3n + 4?

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coefficient

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What is triple the sum of x and 5?

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3(x + 5)

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How many terms are in the expression 3x + 2y + z?

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3

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What is a number cubed plus 8?

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n³ + 8

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What is a coefficient in an expression?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor in a term of an expression.

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What is a variable in an expression?

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A variable is a symbol used to represent an unknown value.

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What is a constant in an expression?

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A constant is a fixed value that does not change.

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What is a term in an expression?

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A term is a single mathematical expression that can be a number, variable, or the product of numbers and variables.

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What does it mean to simplify an expression?

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To simplify an expression means to reduce it to its simplest form.