Math Expressions Flashcard

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What is a constant in a mathematical expression?

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A constant is a fixed value that does not change. In the expression 8n + 3, the constant is 3.

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What does 'Six more than 8' mean in mathematical terms?

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It means 6 + 8.

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What is the answer to an addition problem called?

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The answer is called the sum.

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What is the answer to a multiplication problem called?

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The answer is called the product.

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If Oliver made 8 pints of jam last year and the expression for this year is 4p - 9, how many pints does he make this year?

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He makes 23 pints this year.

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What is the difference in mathematics?

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The difference is the result of subtracting one number from another.

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What is a variable in a mathematical expression?

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A variable is a symbol used to represent an unknown value, often denoted by letters like x or n.

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What does the term 'expression' mean in mathematics?

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An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operators (like +, -, *, /) that represents a value.

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What is the order of operations in mathematics?

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The order of operations is a set of rules that determines the sequence in which calculations are performed: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right).

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What is a coefficient in a mathematical expression?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor that multiplies a variable. In 5x, 5 is the coefficient.