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What is the primary purpose of algebra?
Which of the following best defines a variable in algebra?
What is the correct order of operations in algebra?
What form does a linear equation typically take?
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Study Notes
Algebra Study Notes
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Definition: Algebra is a branch of mathematics dealing with symbols and the rules for manipulating those symbols to solve equations and represent relationships.
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Basic Concepts:
- Variables: Symbols (usually letters) that represent unknown values (e.g., x, y).
- Constants: Fixed values (e.g., 2, -5).
- Expressions: Combinations of variables and constants using operations (e.g., 3x + 2).
- Equations: Statements that two expressions are equal (e.g., 2x + 3 = 7).
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Operations:
- Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division
- Order of Operations: PEMDAS (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division, Addition and Subtraction).
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Solving Equations:
- Isolate the variable (e.g., add/subtract terms).
- Use inverse operations to solve for the variable.
- Check the solution by substituting back into the original equation.
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Types of Equations:
- Linear Equations: Form y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.
- Quadratic Equations: Form ax² + bx + c = 0, can be solved using factoring, completing the square, or the quadratic formula x = (-b ± √(b²-4ac))/(2a).
- Polynomial Equations: Involves terms with variables raised to whole number exponents.
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Functions:
- A relation where each input has exactly one output.
- Notation: f(x), g(x), etc.
- Types: Linear, Quadratic, Exponential, etc.
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Graphing:
- Plotting points on a coordinate plane.
- Understanding slopes (rise/run) for linear functions.
- Identifying intercepts (where the graph crosses axes).
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Systems of Equations:
- Set of two or more equations with the same variables.
- Solutions can be found using:
- Graphing
- Substitution
- Elimination
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Inequalities:
- Similar to equations but use >, <, ≥, or ≤.
- Solutions may include a range of values.
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Factoring:
- Rewriting expressions as products of factors.
- Common methods: factoring out the greatest common factor, using the difference of squares, or applying the quadratic formula.
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Applications:
- Solving real-world problems involving relationships, rates, and quantities.
- Used in fields such as engineering, economics, and natural sciences.
Algebra Overview
- Algebra involves symbols and rules for manipulating them to solve equations and express relationships.
- It serves as a foundational mathematical discipline applied in various fields.
Basic Concepts
- Variables: Symbols like x and y denote unknown values.
- Constants: Fixed numerical values, such as 2 or -5.
- Expressions: Combinations formed by variables and constants through operations (e.g., 3x + 2).
- Equations: Show that two expressions are equal (e.g., 2x + 3 = 7).
Operations
- Core operations include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Order of Operations: Follow PEMDAS: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division, Addition and Subtraction.
Solving Equations
- Steps to solve an equation include isolating the variable, using inverse operations, and checking the solution by substitution.
Types of Equations
- Linear Equations: Structured as y = mx + b, where m indicates slope and b signifies the y-intercept.
- Quadratic Equations: Formed as ax² + bx + c = 0, solvable through factoring, completing the square, or the quadratic formula x = (-b ± √(b²-4ac))/(2a).
- Polynomial Equations: Include terms with variable exponents that are whole numbers.
Functions
- Defined as relations where each input corresponds to one output.
- Notation typically includes f(x), g(x), etc., with various types like Linear, Quadratic, and Exponential.
Graphing
- Involves plotting points on a coordinate plane to visualize equations.
- Critical concepts include calculating slopes (rise/run) for linear functions and identifying intercepts (points where graphs cross axes).
Systems of Equations
- Comprise multiple equations sharing common variables.
- Solutions can be determined through graphing, substitution, or elimination methods.
Inequalities
- Similar to equations but express relationships using symbols like >, <, ≥, and ≤.
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