SOL-Equivalent Expressions

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What is an equivalent expression?

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An equivalent expression is an expression that has the same value as another expression for all values of the variable(s) involved.

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(x - 5)(x + 3)

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Evaluate the expression: 5x - 3y + 2z for x=3, y=2, z=5.

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What does it mean to simplify an expression?

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To simplify an expression means to reduce it to its simplest form, combining like terms and performing operations.

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What is the absolute value of a number?

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The absolute value of a number is its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction.

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression that consists of variables, coefficients, and non-negative integer exponents.

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What is the degree of a polynomial?

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The degree of a polynomial is the highest power of the variable in the expression.