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What is the definition of a term in algebra?

  • A mathematical expression that includes only constants.
  • A factor that multiplies a variable.
  • A single mathematical expression such as a number or variable. (correct)
  • An equation that contains variables.

Which of the following pairs of terms can be combined because they are like terms?

  • 6z and -2z (correct)
  • x and x²
  • 2x² and 5x² (correct)
  • 3x and 4y

When utilizing the distributive law on the expression 4(3x + 5), which of the following is the correct result?

  • 4x + 20
  • 12x + 15
  • 12x + 20 (correct)
  • 4x + 15

What is the correct result of the expression 5x - (2x + 3)?

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What is the first step in solving a linear equation with parentheses?

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In the linear equation form aX + B = 0, what restriction applies to the value of 'a'?

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Which of the following correctly illustrates the use of the order of operations (PEMDAS) for the expression 3 + 4 × (2 - 1)²?

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Flashcards

Term

A single mathematical expression that can be a number, a variable, or their combination (e.g., 5, -3, 12, 4x).

Like Terms

Terms that have the same variable raised to the same power (e.g., 3x and 5x, 2x² and -4x²).

Unlike Terms

Terms that have different variables or different exponents (e.g., 2x and 3y, x and x²).

Coefficient

A numerical factor multiplying a variable in a term (e.g., 4 in 4x).

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Distributive Law

It states that multiplying a sum by a number is the same as multiplying each term within the sum by that number. (e.g., 3(x + 2) = 3x + 6)

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Adding and Subtracting Linear Expressions

Combining like terms by adding or subtracting their coefficients (e.g., 3x + 4x + 2 = 7x + 2).

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Factorization

Breaking down an expression into simpler factors (e.g., 6x² + 9x = 3x(2x + 3)).

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Order of Operations (PEMDAS)

A series of steps used to solve mathematical expressions with different operations. The acronym PEMDAS helps remember the order: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right).

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Study Notes

Algebra Concepts

  • Terms: Single mathematical expressions (numbers, variables, or combinations); examples include 5, -3, 4x, x².
  • Constants: Terms without variables; examples include 5, -3, 12.
  • Coefficients: Numerical factors multiplying variables; example, 4 in 4x.
  • Like Terms: Share the same variable raised to the same power; examples: 3x and 5x; 2x² and -4x².
  • Unlike Terms: Have different variables or exponents; examples: 2x and 3y; x and x².
  • Distributive Law: a(b + c) = ab + ac; used to distribute coefficients across sums or differences within parentheses; examples: 3(x + 2) = 3x + 6; 2(2x - 4) = 4x - 8.
  • Addition and Subtraction of Linear Expressions: Combine like terms; examples: 3x + 4x + 2 = 7x + 2; 5x - (2x + 3) = 3x - 3.
  • Factorization: Breaking down an expression into simpler factors; factoring out the Greatest Common Factor (GCF) is common; example: 6x² + 9x = 3x(2x + 3).
  • Order of Operations (PEMDAS): Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (left to right), Addition and Subtraction (left to right). Example: 3 + 4 × (2 - 1)² = 7.

Equations

  • Equation: Shows a relationship between variables using an equal sign. Distinguishable from an expression.
  • Handling Parentheses: Remove parentheses first before solving equations.

Solving Word Problems with Linear Equations

  • Step 1: Identify the unknown.
  • Step 2: Assign a variable (e.g., X) to the unknown.
  • Step 3: Express known quantities in terms of the variable.
  • Step 4: Write an equation based on the problem's conditions.
  • Step 5: Solve the equation.
  • Step 6: State the answer clearly.

Linear Equations in One Variable

  • Form: aX + B = 0, where 'a' and 'B' are constants, and 'a' ≠ 0.

Methods for Solving Linear Equations

  • Add a term to both sides.
  • Subtract a term from both sides.
  • Multiply both sides by a constant.
  • Divide both sides by a constant.

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