Parts of an Expression

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A number with no variable attached is called a _____

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constant

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What is the coefficient in this expression: 3x + 4 - 2?

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3

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In the expression 4x - 12, what is 4x?

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term

Front

Identify the coefficient in the expression 4m + n + 2.

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4

Front

How many terms are in the following expression: 7y + 3 - 7k - 2?

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4

Front

What is a variable in an expression?

Back

A symbol that represents an unknown value.

Front

Define a term in an algebraic expression.

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

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What is the difference between a coefficient and a constant?

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A coefficient is a number multiplied by a variable, while a constant is a fixed value without a variable.

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How do you identify the number of terms in an expression?

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Count the number of distinct parts separated by '+' or '-' signs.

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What is the role of parentheses in an expression?

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To indicate which operations should be performed first.