Adapted Math (Algebra I) Chapter 3 Flashcard

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What is an algebraic equation?

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An algebraic equation is a mathematical statement that shows the equality of two expressions, which includes at least one variable.

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown number in mathematical expressions and equations.

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How do you convert a word problem into an algebraic equation?

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Identify the unknown, assign a variable, and express the relationship using an equation.

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What is the purpose of using variables in algebra?

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Variables allow us to represent unknown values and formulate equations to solve problems.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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Isolating a variable means rearranging an equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

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What is the difference between a constant and a variable?

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A constant is a fixed value that does not change, while a variable represents an unknown value that can change.

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What is a coefficient in algebra?

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

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Write an algebraic equation for the following scenario: Maria and her dog weigh 159 pounds together, and Maria alone weighs 124 pounds.

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