Topic 3 Vocabulary SET A Flashcards

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evaluate

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Solve using the Order of Operations to solve the expression or equation.

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Definition of evaluate

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Use the Order of Operations to solve the expression or equation.

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Definition of greatest common factor

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Greatest number that is a factor of all given numbers.

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Example of GCF

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4: 1, 2, 4; 12: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12.

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Use of exponent

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Indicates repeated multiplication of a base.

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that consists of variables, numbers, and operation symbols.

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Examples: x−7, n+2, and 5d are algebraic expressions.

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Each part of an expression that is separated by a plus sign or a minus sign is called a term.

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Example: s + 5(6-3) + 5.8 would be three terms.

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The sum is the answer to an addition problem.

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Example: In 28+4=32, the sum is 32.

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An algebraic expression can include variables, numbers, and operation symbols.

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Example: x−7 is an algebraic expression.

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Variables represent unknown values in expressions.

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Example: In 4n+s+2.5, n and s are variables.