Parts of an Algebraic Expression

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What part of an algebraic expression stands by itself?

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Constant

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What part of an algebraic expression is attached to a variable?

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Coefficient

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What part of an algebraic expression is separated by addition or subtraction?

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Term

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Identify the terms in the expression: 3x + 4x - 6y + 15

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3x, 4x, -6y, 15

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In the expression 2y + 7x, (x) and (y) are what parts of the expression?

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Variables

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What is an algebraic expression?

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A mathematical phrase that can contain numbers, variables, and operators.

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What is a variable in an algebraic expression?

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A symbol that represents an unknown value.

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What is a coefficient in an algebraic expression?

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A numerical factor that multiplies a variable.

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What is a term in an algebraic expression?

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A single mathematical expression that can be a number, variable, or the product of both.

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What does it mean to simplify an algebraic expression?

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To combine like terms and reduce the expression to its simplest form.