Applied Algebra Sem 1 Exam

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What is the distributive property in algebra?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a number by a sum.

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What is the result of 5(a + 6)?

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5a + 30

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What does it mean when we say a fraction is greater than another?

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It means that the value of the first fraction is larger than the value of the second fraction.

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How do you compare fractions with the same denominator?

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You compare the numerators. The fraction with the larger numerator is greater.

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What is the value of 8 raised to the power of 6 (8⁶)?

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8 x 8 x 8 x 8 x 8 x 8

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If a car travels 280 miles in 7 hours, how do you find the distance it travels in 12 hours?

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First, find the speed: 280 miles ÷ 7 hours = 40 miles/hour. Then multiply by 12 hours: 40 miles/hour x 12 hours = 480 miles.

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What is the product of 9 and 1/3?

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9/3 = 3.

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol (like x or y) that represents a number we don't know yet.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms.

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What is the formula for finding the area of a rectangle?

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Area = length x width.