M4: T1: Order of Operations, Intro to Algebraic Expressions

Front

What is the order of operations in mathematics?

Back

The order of operations is a set of rules that determines the sequence in which calculations are performed. The common acronym is PEMDAS: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right).

Front

What does the term 'algebraic expression' mean?

Back

An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables (like x or y), and operation symbols (like +, -, ×, ÷). It does not have an equal sign.

Front

Back

Front

Back

Front

How do you express 'the product of y and 7' in algebraic terms?

Back

Front

What does 'twice h increased by 5' mean in algebraic terms?

Back

Front

How do you express 'u decreased by 17' in algebraic terms?

Back

Front

Back

Front

Back

Front

What does the term 'variable' mean in algebra?

Back

A variable is a symbol (usually a letter) that represents an unknown number or value.