MCAP Review

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator. For example, the reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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What does x < 6 mean in inequality notation?

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It means that the value of x is less than 6.

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How do you express the product of a number and a variable?

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The product of a number and a variable is expressed by multiplying them together. For example, the product of 7 and j is written as 7j.

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What is the opposite of a negative number?

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The opposite of a negative number is its positive counterpart. For example, the opposite of -3 is 3.

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What does a negative temperature indicate?

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A negative temperature indicates that the temperature is below zero degrees.

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If Boston has a temperature of -20 degrees, what could be a colder temperature?

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A colder temperature could be -30 degrees.

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What is the definition of a reciprocal?

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A reciprocal is a number that, when multiplied by the original number, gives a product of 1.

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How do you solve the inequality x < 6?

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To solve the inequality x < 6, you find all values of x that are less than 6.

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What is the product of two variables?

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The product of two variables is found by multiplying them together, such as in 7 * j = 7j.

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What is the relationship between positive and negative numbers?

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Positive numbers are greater than zero, while negative numbers are less than zero.