Algebra Regents Review I

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What is the definition of a variable in algebra?

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A symbol used to represent an unknown value in mathematical expressions or equations.

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What is an equation?

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A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing one or more variables.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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What is the distributive property?

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A property that states a(b + c) = ab + ac, allowing you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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What is a linear equation?

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An equation that forms a straight line when graphed, typically in the form y = mx + b.

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What is the slope of a line?

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The measure of the steepness of a line, calculated as the rise over run (change in y over change in x).

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What is the y-intercept?

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The point where a line crosses the y-axis, represented by the value of y when x = 0.

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What is a function?

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A relation that assigns exactly one output for each input, often expressed as f(x).

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What is the difference between independent and dependent variables?

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The independent variable is manipulated or changed, while the dependent variable is measured or affected by the independent variable.

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What is a quadratic equation?

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An equation of the form ax² + bx + c = 0, where a, b, and c are constants and a ≠ 0.