8.EE.C.7.B: Definitions, Key Concepts & Examples

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Linear Equation

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An equation between two variables that gives a straight line when plotted on a graph.

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Rational Number Coefficient

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A coefficient that is a fraction or ratio of integers.

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Distributive Property

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a(b + c) = ab + ac

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Like Terms

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Terms with the same variable raised to the same power.

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Expand Expressions

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Use distributive property to remove parentheses.

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Collecting Like Terms

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Combine terms with the same variables.

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Solution of Equation

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Value of variable that makes equation true.

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Isolate the Variable

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Get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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Inverse Operations

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Operations that undo each other, e.g., addition and subtraction.

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Coefficient

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A number multiplied by a variable in an algebraic expression.