IM GRADE 8 UNIT 4 VOCAB

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In the expression 5x³ - 7x + 11, the number 7 is an example of _____________.

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coefficient

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A part of an expression separated by an addition sign is called a _____________.

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Term

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Identify the coefficient of the algebraic expression: 3x + 5.

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3

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Identify the terms of the algebraic expression: 3x + 5.

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3x and 5

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A number without a variable next to it is called a _____________.

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Constant

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A symbol used to represent an unknown value.

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What is a constant in an algebraic expression?

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A fixed value that does not change.

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What is a coefficient in an algebraic expression?

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A numerical factor multiplied by a variable.

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What is an algebraic expression?

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A mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables, and operations.

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What does it mean to simplify an expression?

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To combine like terms and reduce the expression to its simplest form.