Algebraic Expressions

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What is an algebraic expression?

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A mathematical phrase that uses variables, numerals, and operation symbols.

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Which verbal expression represents 3(4-x)?

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Three times the quantity x less than four.

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Calculate (3+4) x (3+5).

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56

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What is a variable?

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A number represented by a letter.

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Evaluate (y + z)² when y=5 and z=2.

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49

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What is the difference between an equation and an algebraic expression?

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An equation states that two expressions are equal, while an algebraic expression does not include an equality sign.

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What does the term 'coefficient' refer to in algebra?

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

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What is the purpose of simplifying an algebraic expression?

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To make the expression easier to work with and understand.

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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 constant in an algebraic expression?

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A constant is a fixed value that does not change.