Parts of an Expression

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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, separated by addition or subtraction.

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How many terms are in the expression 7y + 3 - 7k - 2?

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4

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Identify the variables in the expression 3x + 9.

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x

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

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5

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In the expression 4x - 12, what is 4x?

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term

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What is a coefficient?

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

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What is a constant in an expression?

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A constant is a fixed value that does not change, such as the number 9 in the expression 3x + 9.

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How do you identify the number of terms in an expression?

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Count the number of separate parts in the expression that are added or subtracted.

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What is the difference between a variable and a constant?

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A variable can change and represent different values, while a constant remains the same.

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What is the expression for the sum of 3a, 2b, c, and 100?

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3a + 2b + c + 100