One Step Linear Equation Vocabulary

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What is a term in mathematics?

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A number, variable, product, or quotient in an expression of sums and/or differences.

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What is a verbal sentence?

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A complete word statement that can be represented as an algebraic equation.

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What is an algebraic equation?

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A mathematical sentence stating that two expressions are equal to each other, represented with an equal sign (=).

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What is a variable?

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A symbol used to represent an unknown quantity, typically a letter like a, x, or y.

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What is a coefficient?

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A numerical factor in a term that multiplies a variable.

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What is an operator?

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A symbol that represents a mathematical operation, such as +, -, ×, or ÷.

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What is a variable expression?

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An expression that contains variables, numbers, and operations.

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What is a constant?

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A fixed value that does not change.

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What is an equation?

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A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

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What is a solution to an equation?

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A value that makes the equation true when substituted for the variable.