Identifying Parts of Algebraic Expressions & Vocabulary

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In the expression 5x + 3y - 7, what is the coefficient of y?

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3

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In the expression 6x - 3y + 12, how many terms does it contain?

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3

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Which part of an algebraic expression represents a quantity that does not change?

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Constant term

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Which part of an algebraic expression is represented by a letter that can take on different values?

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Variable

Front

In the expression 5x + 3y - 7, what is the constant?

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-7

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What is a coefficient in an algebraic expression?

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A number that multiplies a variable.

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A symbol (usually a letter) that represents an unknown value.

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What is a term in an algebraic expression?

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A single mathematical expression that can be a number, variable, or the product of both.

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What is an algebraic expression?

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A combination of numbers, variables, and operators (like + and -).

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What does it mean to simplify an algebraic expression?

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To combine like terms and reduce the expression to its simplest form.