Algebra Vocabulary

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What is a coefficient in an equation?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor that multiplies a variable in an equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is a variable in an equation?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is a term in an equation or expression?

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A term is a part of an equation or expression that can be a number, a variable, or a combination of both, separated by plus (+) or minus (-) signs.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing an equal sign (=).

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What is an expression?

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An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operators (like + and -) that represents a value but does not include an equal sign.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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

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The coefficient of y is 4.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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

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The constant term is 7.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the solution to the equation x + 4 = 7?

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The solution is x = 3.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the difference between an equation and an expression?

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An equation includes an equal sign and states that two expressions are equal, while an expression does not include an equal sign.