Algebra Vocabulary

Front

In the equation 4y + 7 = 21, what is the coefficient?

Back

4

Front

What do we call the parts of an equation or expression separated by plus or minus signs?

Back

Term

Front

What is the term for 14 = 2y + 4?

Back

Equation

Front

How many terms are in the equation 4m + 3n = 18?

Back

3

Front

In the equation x + 4 = 7, what is the coefficient?

Back

1

Front

What is a variable in algebra?

Back

A symbol (often a letter) that represents an unknown value.

Front

What is a constant in an equation?

Back

A fixed value that does not change.

Front

What is an expression in algebra?

Back

A combination of numbers, variables, and operators without an equality sign.

Front

What is the purpose of solving an equation?

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To find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What does it mean to simplify an expression?

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To combine like terms and reduce it to its simplest form.