Dividing One Term Expressions

This lesson teaches how to divide a one-term expression by a constant. It explains division using symbols and fractions, and provides a step-by-step guide to dividing the expression 8X by 4. The process involves representing the division as a fraction, multiplying numerators and denominators, and simplifying to find the quotient. The key takeaway is that when dividing a one-term expression by a constant, the variable remains unchanged while the coefficient is divided by the constant.

What are two ways to represent division?

• Using a multiplication symbol or a fraction

• Using a division symbol or a fraction

• Using an addition symbol or a fraction

• Using a subtraction symbol or a fraction

In the expression 8X / 4, what is the dividend?

• X

• 4

• 8

• 8X

How do you write X as a fraction?

• X / 2

• X / 4

• X / 1

• X / X

What is the simplified form of 8 fourths?

• 1

• 8

• 4

• 2

When dividing a one term expression by a constant, what happens to the variable?

• It is divided by the constant

• It is multiplied by the constant

• It remains unchanged

• It is subtracted by the constant