Lesson 8-5 Practice

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What is a rule in mathematics?

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A rule in mathematics is a guideline or formula that describes how to perform a calculation or solve a problem.

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What does it mean to find a missing number in a sequence?

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Finding a missing number in a sequence involves identifying a number that fits the pattern of the sequence based on the given numbers.

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What is the term for a number that is multiplied by another number?

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The term is 'factor'. For example, in the expression 3 x 4, both 3 and 4 are factors.

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What is the result of multiplying a number by 15?

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The result is the product of that number and 15. For example, 2 x 15 = 30.

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What does 'n + 15' represent in algebra?

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'n + 15' represents a mathematical expression where 15 is added to the variable n.

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How do you identify a pattern in a number sequence?

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To identify a pattern, look for a consistent relationship between the numbers, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is the difference between addition and multiplication?

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Addition combines numbers to get a total, while multiplication combines groups of numbers to find a total number of items.

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What is a mathematical expression?

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A mathematical expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operators (like +, -, x, ÷) that represents a value.

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What does it mean to solve for a variable?

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Solving for a variable means finding the value of that variable that makes the equation true.

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What is a sequence in mathematics?

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A sequence is an ordered list of numbers that follow a specific pattern or rule.