EE.2.b Introduction to Algebra Vocabulary

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What is a coefficient?

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A coefficient is the number next to the variable that you multiply times the variable.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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Identify the variables in the expression: 5p + 4h - 2.

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The variables are p and h.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What are the variables in the expression: 1 + 7 + z + x + y?

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The variables are z, x, and y.

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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 letter or symbol standing for an unknown value.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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In the equation 3x = 12, what is x called?

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x is called the variable.

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What is an expression in algebra?

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An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operations without an equality sign.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is an algebraic equation?

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

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What is a constant in algebra?

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A constant is a fixed value that does not change.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is the difference between a term and an expression?

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A term is a single mathematical entity (like a number or variable), while an expression is a combination of terms.

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