Basic Algebra Terms

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A number on its own

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constant

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What is x + y called?

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expression

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Equations must have an

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=

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What is this called? x + y

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expression

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State the coefficient of mn in the following expression: n - 8mn + 7.

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-8

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What is a term in algebra?

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A single mathematical expression that can be a number, variable, or the product of numbers and variables.

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What is a variable?

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A symbol used to represent an unknown value, often denoted by letters such as x or y.

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What is a coefficient?

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A numerical factor in a term, indicating how many times the variable is multiplied.

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What is an equation?

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A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing an '=' sign.

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What is an expression?

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A combination of numbers, variables, and operators without an equality sign.