Parts of an Expression

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What is a coefficient in an expression?

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

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What is the constant in the expression 8 + 5x - y?

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The constant is 8.

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Identify the variable in the expression 6 - x + 8.

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The variable is x.

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What is a term in an expression?

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A term is a single mathematical expression that can be a number, a variable, or a combination of both multiplied together.

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How many terms are in the expression 13t - 2x - 2^2 + 1/2y - 17?

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There are 5 terms.

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What is the coefficient of y in the expression 8 + 5x - y?

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The coefficient of y is -1.

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What is the coefficient in the expression 6 - x + 8?

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The coefficient of x is -1.

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What do we call a number with no variable attached?

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A number with no variable attached is called a constant.

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What is the coefficient of x in the expression 5x + 3?

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The coefficient of x is 5.