Algebraic Expressions Vocabulary

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A group of numbers and/or variables separated by + or -

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term

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What do we call the 4 in the expression 4y+17?

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coefficient

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What is x + y?

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expression

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A number (NO variable)

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constant

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In the expression 2x + 16y, which are the coefficients?

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2 and 16

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What is a variable?

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A symbol used to represent an unknown value.

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What is an algebraic expression?

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A mathematical phrase that can contain numbers, variables, and operators.

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What is a constant in an expression?

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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 equals sign, while an equation does.

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What is a coefficient?

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A numerical factor in a term of an algebraic expression.