Basic Math Terms and Operations

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Sum

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The answer to an addition problem.

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Difference

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The answer to a subtraction problem.

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Product

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The answer to a multiplication problem.

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Quotient

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The answer to a division problem.

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Equation

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A mathematical statement that shows that two expressions are equal. For example: 5a+2=12.

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Expression

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A combination of numbers and variables that are combined using mathematical operations. For example: 10x-3.

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Variable

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A letter or symbol that represents a value that can change. For example: x, y, a, p.

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Coefficient

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The number that is multiplied by a variable. For example: the '7' in 7d.

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Function

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A mathematical rule.

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Addition

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This function is used to add two or more numbers together. The symbol used to represent addition is '+'. For example, 2 + 3 = 5.