4.6 Parts of an Algebraic Expression Day 2

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What is a coefficient in an algebraic expression?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor that multiplies a variable in an algebraic expression.

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Identify the constant in the expression: 3n + 2y - 8

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-8 is the constant in the expression.

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What are the variables in the expression: 9m + 3n + 4?

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The variables are m and n.

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Find the coefficient(s) in the algebraic expression: 5x - 2y + 8.

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The coefficients are 5 and -2.

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Identify the constant in the expression: 5y + 7n - 3.

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-3 is the constant in the expression.

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What is an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that includes numbers, variables, and operation symbols.

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What does it mean for a term to be 'like' in algebra?

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Like terms are terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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What is the difference between a variable and a constant?

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A variable is a symbol that represents an unknown value, while a constant is a fixed value.

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How do you combine like terms in an expression?

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You add or subtract the coefficients of like terms.

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What is the degree of an algebraic expression?

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The degree is the highest power of the variable in the expression.