Variables and Patterns

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What is a variable?

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A symbol used to represent a number that can change or vary.

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What is a coefficient in an equation?

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A number that multiplies a variable, indicating how many times to use that variable.

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What is an independent variable?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in an experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured or tested in an experiment, which depends on the independent variable.

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What does it mean to graph a linear equation?

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To plot points on a coordinate plane that represent solutions to the equation, forming a straight line.

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What is the slope of a line?

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The steepness of the line, calculated as the rise over run (change in y over change in x).

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What is a pattern in mathematics?

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A repeated or predictable sequence of numbers or shapes.

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How do you find the cost of multiple items if each item has a fixed price?

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Multiply the price of one item by the number of items.

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What is a one-time fee?

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A charge that is paid once and does not recur, such as a membership fee.

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What is the formula for calculating total cost with a membership fee?

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Total Cost = Membership Fee + (Cost per Item × Number of Items)