Algebra Basics

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What is the definition of algebra?

  • The study of variables and their relationships (correct)
  • The study of shapes and figures
  • The study of measurements and conversions
  • The study of numbers and their properties

What is the purpose of the distributive property in algebra?

  • To combine like terms (correct)
  • To apply the rules of exponents
  • To solve linear equations
  • To graph quadratic equations

What is the difference between an equation and an inequality?

  • An equation expresses equality, while an inequality expresses a relationship (correct)
  • An equation is linear, while an inequality is quadratic
  • An equation has a variable, while an inequality does not
  • An equation is used for graphing, while an inequality is used for solving systems

What is the highest power of the variable in a quadratic equation?

<p>2 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Cartesian coordinates in graphing?

<p>To graph points on a plane using x and y axes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a linear equation?

<p>2x + 3 = 5 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Algebra

Definition

  • Algebra is a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of variables and their relationships, often expressed through the use of symbols, equations, and functions.

Key Concepts

  • Variables: Letters or symbols that represent unknown values or quantities.
  • Constants: Numbers that do not change value.
  • Algebraic Expressions: Combinations of variables, constants, and mathematical operations.
  • Equations: Statements that express the equality of two algebraic expressions.
  • Functions: Relations between variables, often represented as f(x) =...

Operations

  • Addition and Subtraction: Combining like terms and applying the distributive property.
  • Multiplication and Division: Applying the rules of exponents and the order of operations (PEMDAS).
  • Exponents: Rules for multiplying and dividing expressions with exponents.

Equations and Inequalities

  • Linear Equations: Equations in which the highest power of the variable(s) is 1.
    • Example: 2x + 3 = 5
  • Quadratic Equations: Equations in which the highest power of the variable(s) is 2.
    • Example: x^2 + 4x + 4 = 0
  • Systems of Equations: Sets of two or more equations with multiple variables.
  • Inequalities: Statements that express a relationship between expressions using <, >, ≤, or ≥.

Graphing

  • Cartesian Coordinates: A system of graphing points on a plane using x and y axes.
  • Graphs of Functions: Visual representations of functions, including linear, quadratic, and polynomial functions.

Solving Equations and Inequalities

  • Substitution Method: Replacing variables with values to solve for a specific variable.
  • Elimination Method: Adding or subtracting equations to eliminate a variable.
  • Graphing Method: Using the intersection of graphs to solve systems of equations.
  • Quadratic Formula: A formula for solving quadratic equations: x = (-b ± √(b^2 - 4ac)) / 2a.

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