Chapter 3 Review

Front

What is the solution to the equation 11 = 3z + 5?

Back

2

Front

What does it mean for two terms to be considered 'like terms'?

Back

They have the same variable/exponent combination.

Front

What can be said about the lines represented by the equations y = 3x + 2 and y = 3x - 3?

Back

They are parallel.

Front

What is the reflection of Point C (3, 2) over the y-axis?

Back

(-3, 2)

Front

Describe the transformation represented by (x, y) -> (x-2, y+7).

Back

Translation 2 units to the left & 7 units up.

Front

What is a variable in algebra?

Back

A symbol used to represent an unknown value.

Front

Define a linear equation.

Back

An equation that makes a straight line when graphed.

Front

What is the slope of a line?

Back

The rate of change of y with respect to x.

Front

What does it mean for two lines to be perpendicular?

Back

They intersect at a right angle (90 degrees).

Front

What is the y-intercept of a line?

Back

The point where the line crosses the y-axis.