Combine Like Terms and Algebraic Expression-6th Grade Honors

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What does it mean to combine like terms in an algebraic expression?

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Combining like terms means to simplify an expression by adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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Simplify the expression: 2x + 1 + 7x

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9x + 1

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A variable is a letter or symbol that represents an unknown quantity.

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How many terms are in the expression: 3x + 2y + z?

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3

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What can a term in an algebraic expression consist of?

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A term can consist of a number, a variable, or a coefficient with a variable.

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What is a constant in algebra?

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A constant is a term that has a fixed value and contains no variables.

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What is an algebraic expression?

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

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What is a coefficient?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor in a term that is multiplied by a variable.

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Simplify the expression: 5y + 3y - 2y

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6y

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What is the difference between an expression and an equation?

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An expression is a combination of numbers and variables without an equality sign, while an equation states that two expressions are equal.