Expressions, Exponents, and Operations Flashcard 2

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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. The acronym PEMDAS helps remember the order: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right).

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What does an exponent represent?

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What is the least common multiple (LCM) of two numbers?

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The least common multiple (LCM) of two numbers is the smallest multiple that is evenly divisible by both numbers.

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How do you find the LCM of 6 and 8?

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To find the LCM of 6 and 8, list the multiples of each: Multiples of 6: 6, 12, 18, 24, ...; Multiples of 8: 8, 16, 24, ...; The smallest common multiple is 24.

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What is multiplication?

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