Basic Algebra Vocabulary

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What is a coefficient?

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A coefficient is a number that is multiplied by a variable in an algebraic expression.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is a variable?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an algebraic expression.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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Define constant.

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A constant is a number that does not change and stands alone in an expression.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What are unlike terms?

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Unlike terms are terms that have different variable parts.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is the product in multiplication?

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The product is the result of multiplying two or more numbers together.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.1

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What is an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operations.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What is a term in algebra?

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A term is a single mathematical expression that can be a number, a variable, or a combination of both.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is a factor?

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A factor is a number or expression that divides another number or expression evenly.

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What does it mean to simplify an expression?

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To simplify an expression means to reduce it to its simplest form.