Algebra Vocabulary

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A letter that stands for a number.

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What is an expression in algebra?

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

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What is an equation in algebra?

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A mathematical sentence stating that two expressions are equal, indicated by an equality sign.

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What is a coefficient?

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A numerical factor that multiplies a variable in an algebraic expression.

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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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Identify the terms in the expression: 3x + 5y - 2.

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The terms are 3x, 5y, and -2.

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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 it mean to simplify an expression?

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To combine like terms and reduce the expression to its simplest form.

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What is a polynomial?

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An algebraic expression that consists of variables raised to whole number powers and coefficients.

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What is a linear equation?

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An equation that graphs to a straight line, typically in the form y = mx + b.