Math Vocabulary

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An equation is

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a problem with an equals sign.

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The sum is an answer to a...

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addition problem.

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When we solve for Area we...

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Multiply Length x Width.

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The x-axis goes...

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side to side.

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A variable is

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a symbol that represents a number.

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What is the definition of a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole.

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What does the term 'perimeter' mean?

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The distance around a shape.

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What is a polygon?

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A closed figure with three or more straight sides.

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What is the difference between a prime number and a composite number?

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A prime number has exactly two distinct positive divisors, while a composite number has more than two.

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What is the purpose of a decimal point?

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To separate the whole number part from the fractional part.