Algebraic Expressions

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What is an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables, and operation symbols. For example, 3p + 4 is an algebraic expression.

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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. In 3p + 4, both 3p and 4 are terms.

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What is a coefficient?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor in a term of an algebraic expression. In the term 3p, 3 is the coefficient.

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What is a variable?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an algebraic expression. In 3p, 'p' is the variable.

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What is the sum in mathematics?

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The sum is the result of adding two or more numbers or expressions together. For example, the sum of 3 and 4 is 7.

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What is the product in mathematics?

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The product is the result of multiplying two or more numbers or expressions together. For example, the product of 3 and 4 is 12.

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What is the difference in mathematics?

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The difference is the result of subtracting one number or expression from another. For example, the difference between 7 and 4 is 3.

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What is the quotient in mathematics?

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The quotient is the result of dividing one number or expression by another. For example, the quotient of 12 and 4 is 3.

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How do you write the product of 3 and 2?

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You can write the product of 3 and 2 as 3 × 2, 3(2), or 3 ⋅ 2.

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What is the correct way to express the sum of 3 and 4?

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The sum of 3 and 4 can be expressed as 3 + 4.