Algebra Basics Vocab Flashcard 1

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Which is an example of a variable in the following equation? 9g + 3 = 60

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g

Front

x + y = 50 is an example of an:

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equation

Front

What is the '7m' in this expression? 7m - 9

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Term

Front

In the expression 2x + 3y + 5x = 75, what are the components called?

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terms

Front

What is a symbol for an unknown value?

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variable

Front

What is the numerical factor in a term called? For example, in 7m, it is:

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coefficient

Front

What do you call a mathematical statement that two expressions are equal?

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equation

Front

In the expression 4x + 5, what is 5 considered?

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constant

Front

What is the term for the part of an expression that contains a variable?

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term

Front

In the expression 3x + 2y - 7, how many terms are there?

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