GED Flashcard 2 Spring 2025

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What is the distributive property in algebra?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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How do you represent a loan repayment over time?

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If you have a loan amount L and you pay P per time period, the remaining loan after t periods is represented as L - Pt.

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What is the formula for subtracting polynomials?

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To subtract polynomials, you distribute the negative sign to the second polynomial and then combine like terms.

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What is the formula for the volume of a rectangular prism?

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The volume V of a rectangular prism is given by V = length × width × height.

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How do you calculate miles per gallon (MPG)?

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MPG is calculated by dividing the number of miles driven by the gallons of gas used: MPG = miles / gallons.

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What does it mean to simplify an expression?

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Simplifying an expression means to reduce it to its simplest form by combining like terms and eliminating unnecessary parentheses.

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What is a composite solid in geometry?

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A composite solid is a three-dimensional shape that is made up of two or more simpler shapes.

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is an algebraic expression that consists of variables, coefficients, and non-negative integer exponents.

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What is the difference between a term and a coefficient in algebra?

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A term is a single mathematical expression, while a coefficient is a numerical factor in a term.

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What is the process of factoring a polynomial?

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Factoring a polynomial involves rewriting it as a product of its factors, which can be simpler polynomials.