Algebraic expressions

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What is an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables (like x or y), and operations (like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).

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What does the variable 'y' represent in the expression 4y?

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In the expression 4y, 'y' is a variable that can take different values. The expression means 4 times the value of 'y'.

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Evaluate 4y if y=3.

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12

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What operation is represented by the expression 6h?

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Multiplication.

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If a monkey has 4 bananas and the zookeeper gives him 'f' more, how can this be expressed?

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4 + f.

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If there are 'p' slices of pizza for 4 students, how many slices does each student get?

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p/4.

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Identify the variables in the expression 5p + 4h - 2.

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p, h.

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What is the coefficient in the expression 5p?

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5 is the coefficient of the variable p.

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What is the constant in the expression 5p + 4h - 2?

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-2 is the constant in the expression.

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What does it mean to evaluate an expression?

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To evaluate an expression means to calculate its value by substituting the variables with their given values.