Algebraic Expressions and Vocabulary

an expression that contains at least one variable

the number that is multiplied by a variable

terms that have the same variable raised to the same exponent

each part of an expression that is separated by addition or subtraction

What is the problem above called?

• Coefficient

• Variable

• Algebraic Expression

• Constant

What is the problem below called?

• Algebraic Equation

• Variable

• Algebraic Expression

• Constant

a letter used to represent a quantity that can change

expressions with the same value for all values of the variable

What is a coefficient in an algebraic expression?

• A number that indicates how many times the base is used as a factor

• A number whose value does not change

• A number that is multiplied by the variable

• A letter or symbol used to represent a quantity that can change

An _____________ is an expression that contains at least one variable.