Algebraic Expressions Vocabulary

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How many terms does the expression 10x + 36 + 12x - 15 have?

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4

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List the coefficients in the expression 10x + 36 + 12x - 15.

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10, 12

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What are the parts of an expression that are added together called?

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Term

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What do you call a term that has a letter (variable)?

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Variable Term

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List the constant terms in the expression 3x + 8x + 4 + 5.

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4, 5

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What is a constant term?

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A term that does not contain a variable.

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What is a coefficient?

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A number that multiplies a variable.

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What is a variable in an algebraic expression?

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A symbol that represents an unknown value.

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What is the difference between a term and a variable term?

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A term can be a constant or a variable term, while a variable term specifically includes a variable.

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How do you combine like terms in an expression?

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Add or subtract the coefficients of the like terms.