Algebraic Expressions

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A numerical factor in a term of an algebraic expression.

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Coefficient

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5(x + 3) = 5x + 15

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Example of Distributive Property

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A statement that the values of two mathematical expressions are equal (indicated by the sign =).

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Equation

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A variable or combination of variables, numbers, and symbols that represents a mathematical relationship. Examples: 5x - 6, 2x² + 3x - 1

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Expression

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Terms whose variables (such as x or y) with any exponents (such as the 2 in x²) are the same.

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Definition of Like Terms

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4y, -2y, 7y, y

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Example of Like Terms with Variable y

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2x, -3x, 4x, x

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Example of Like Terms with Variable x

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6x², x², -2x², 3x²

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Example of Like Terms with Variable x²

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2y², y², -y², 9y²

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Example of Like Terms with Variable y²

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-7, 2, 6, 83

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Example of Like Terms (Constants)