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What is the order of operations in mathematics?

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The order of operations is a set of rules that determines the sequence in which calculations are performed. The acronym PEMDAS is often used: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right).

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Evaluate the expression: -12 ÷ 6 (-3) + 8

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-14

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What does the absolute value of a number represent?

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The absolute value of a number represents its distance from zero on the number line, regardless of direction. For example, |3| = 3 and |-3| = 3.

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Evaluate 5|3-x| - 15 when x = 5

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-5

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What is a variable in an algebraic expression?

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A variable is a symbol (usually a letter) that represents an unknown value in an expression or equation. For example, in the expression 2x + 3, 'x' is the variable.

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Evaluate the expression: 2x(3x - y)^2 when x = 3 and y = 5

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96

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What is the formula for the perimeter of a rectangle?

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The formula for the perimeter (P) of a rectangle is P = 2L + 2W, where L is the length and W is the width.

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If the length of a rectangle is 20 inches and the width is 10 inches, what is the perimeter?

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60 inches

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What is an expression in mathematics?

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An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operators (such as +, -, ×, ÷) that represents a value. For example, 3x + 5 is an expression.

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What is the difference between an expression and an equation?

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An expression is a mathematical phrase that does not include an equality sign, while an equation is a statement that two expressions are equal, indicated by an equality sign.