Algebraic Expressions

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A _____________ is a symbol, usually a letter that stands for a number.

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variable

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A(n) __________________ consists of one or more numbers, variables, and operations.

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algebraic expression

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A variable is a ________________ or __________________ that represents an unknown value.

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letter or symbol

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What is the product of five and w?

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5w

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Which expression represents: "the product of 3 and x increased by 5"?

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3x + 5

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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.

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What does it mean to simplify an algebraic expression?

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To combine like terms and reduce the expression to its simplest form.

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What is a term in an algebraic expression?

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

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What is the difference between a constant and a variable?

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A constant is a fixed value, while a variable can change and represent different values.

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What is the expression for 'x decreased by 4'?

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x - 4