Algebra Basics Vocab Flashcard 1

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Is 5W an expression?

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Yes

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In the equation 2x + y = 1, what is '2x'?

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Term

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Which equation has 5 terms: 6x + 8 = 2x, 6 + 4.7 - 9y = 3y + 1, 125x = 14, or 2x + 3 = 7 + x?

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6 + 4.7 - 9y = 3y + 1

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What is a symbol for an unknown value in algebra?

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Variable

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What is x + y = 50?

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Equation

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What is the definition of a coefficient?

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A numerical factor in a term.

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What is a constant in algebra?

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A fixed value that does not change.

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What is the difference between an expression and an equation?

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An expression does not have an equality sign, while an equation does.

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What does the term 'variable' refer to?

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A symbol that represents an unknown value.

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What is an example of a term in algebra?

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3x, 5, or -7y.