6th Grade Math Review

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What is a coefficient in an algebraic expression?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor that multiplies a variable in an algebraic expression. For example, in the expression 8g, 8 is the coefficient of g.

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How do you determine the total number of days from a histogram?

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To determine the total number of days from a histogram, you add up the frequencies (the heights of the bars) for each category represented in the histogram.

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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 calculated using the formula V = length × width × height.

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What is a statistical question?

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A statistical question is one that anticipates variability in the data and can be answered by collecting data. For example, 'How many pieces of fruit did you eat this week?' is a statistical question.

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How do you solve for a variable in an equation?

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To solve for a variable, isolate the variable on one side of the equation using inverse operations. For example, in the equation 65h = 195, divide both sides by 65 to find h.

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What is the area of a rectangle?

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The area A of a rectangle is calculated using the formula A = length × width.

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What does it mean for a number to be a prime number?

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A prime number is a natural number greater than 1 that has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself.

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What is the difference between mean, median, and mode?

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Mean is the average of a set of numbers, median is the middle value when the numbers are arranged in order, and mode is the number that appears most frequently in a data set.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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What is the purpose of a histogram?

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A histogram is a graphical representation of the distribution of numerical data, showing the frequency of data points within specified ranges.