Algebra 1 EOC Review

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A symbol, often a letter, that represents one or more numbers.

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Define an equation.

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A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing one or more variables.

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What is the distributive property?

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A property that states a(b + c) = ab + ac, allowing you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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What does it mean to solve for x?

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To find the value of the variable x that makes the equation true.

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What is a linear equation?

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An equation that forms a straight line when graphed, typically in the form y = mx + b.

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Explain the concept of slope.

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The slope of a line is a measure of its steepness, calculated as the rise over run (change in y over change in x).

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What is the difference between an expression and an equation?

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An expression is a combination of numbers and variables without an equality sign, while an equation includes an equality sign.

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Define a function in algebra.

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A relation where each input (x-value) has exactly one output (y-value).

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What is the quadratic formula?

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The formula used to find the solutions of a quadratic equation: x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / (2a).

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What are like terms?

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Terms in an expression that have the same variable raised to the same power.