Algebra tiles

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What are algebra tiles?

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Algebra tiles are physical or virtual manipulatives used to represent algebraic expressions and equations visually. They help in understanding concepts like addition, subtraction, and factoring.

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How do you represent the expression 3x + 4 using algebra tiles?

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You would use 3 tiles representing 'x' and 4 unit tiles to represent the constant 4.

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What does the term 'coefficient' mean in algebra?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor in a term of an algebraic expression. For example, in 5x, 5 is the coefficient.

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What is the difference between a variable and a constant?

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A variable is a symbol (like x or y) that represents an unknown value, while a constant is a fixed value (like 5 or -3).

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How do you combine like terms in an expression?

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You add or subtract the coefficients of the like terms. For example, in 3x + 2x, you combine them to get 5x.

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What is the perimeter of a rectangle?

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The perimeter of a rectangle is found by adding the lengths of all sides, or using the formula P = 2(length + width).

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What does it mean to simplify an algebraic expression?

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To simplify an algebraic expression means to combine like terms and reduce it to its simplest form.

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What is the purpose of using algebra tiles in solving equations?

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Algebra tiles help visualize the process of solving equations, making it easier to understand the relationships between terms.

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What is the expression for the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is calculated using the formula A = length × width.

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How do you represent the expression 2 + x + 4 + 2x using algebra tiles?

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You would use 2 unit tiles, 1 tile for 'x', and 2 tiles for '2x'.