Gr 9 MATH: Ch 5.1  Algebraic Language
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What is an algebraic expression?

  • A sequence of operations that can be described in words or diagrams (correct)
  • A flow diagram that represents a calculation
  • A numerical value that can be calculated
  • A sequence of words that describe a calculation
  • When evaluating an algebraic expression, what operation should be performed first?

  • Division and then multiplication
  • Calculations within brackets (correct)
  • Addition and subtraction
  • Multiplication and division
  • What is an expression with one term called?

  • Trinomial
  • Polynomial
  • Monomial (correct)
  • Binomial
  • What is the symbol commonly used to represent the variable in an algebraic expression?

    <p>x</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for expressions that have the same numerical value for any given value of the variable?

    <p>Equivalent expressions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the multiplication sign often omitted in algebraic expressions?

    <p>Because it is implied</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct order of operations when evaluating an expression without brackets?

    <p>Multiplication and division, then addition and subtraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a number not associated with a variable in an algebraic expression called?

    <p>Constant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the convention for writing products in algebraic expressions?

    <p>Write a known number first</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be performed before addition and subtraction in expressions without brackets?

    <p>Multiplication and division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about an algebraic expression is TRUE?

    <p>It can be described in words or flow diagrams or both.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What operation should be performed after calculations within brackets?

    <p>Addition and subtraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following expressions is an example of a monomial?

    <p>4x^2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct order of operations when evaluating the expression 2x^2 + 5x - 3?

    <p>Exponentiation, multiplication, addition, subtraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following expressions is equivalent to 2x + 3?

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

    What is the purpose of conventions for writing algebraic expressions?

    <p>To make expressions more concise and easier to read</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about algebraic expressions is FALSE?

    <p>They always start with a variable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct order of operations when evaluating the expression 3(2x - 1)?

    <p>Multiplication, addition, subtraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following expressions is an example of a trinomial?

    <p>4x^2 + 2x - 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of brackets in an algebraic expression?

    <p>To group numbers and variables together</p> Signup and view all the answers

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