Algebraic Expressions

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What is a coefficient in an algebraic expression?

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

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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List the terms in the expression: 3x + 2y + z.

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The terms are: 3x, 2y, z.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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How many terms are in the expression: 4a + 5b - 2c + 7?

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There are 4 terms: 4a, 5b, -2c, 7.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What are the terms in the expression: -4x + 6y - 2?

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The terms are: -4x, 6y, -2.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that includes numbers, variables, and operation symbols.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does it mean to simplify an algebraic expression?

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To simplify an algebraic expression means to combine like terms and reduce it to its simplest form.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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What is a variable in algebra?

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

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is a term in an algebraic 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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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is the result of simplifying the expression: 4x - 3 + 2 - 2x?

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The simplified expression is: 2x - 1.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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What is a constant in an algebraic expression?

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A constant is a fixed value that does not change, such as -3 or 5 in an expression.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B