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What defines like terms in algebra?
What defines like terms in algebra?
In the expression $4x + 3y - 2x + 7$, what are the like terms?
In the expression $4x + 3y - 2x + 7$, what are the like terms?
What is the result of applying the distributive law to $5(2x + 3)$?
What is the result of applying the distributive law to $5(2x + 3)$?
What is the GCF of the expression $12x^3 + 16x^2$?
What is the GCF of the expression $12x^3 + 16x^2$?
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Which of the following expressions correctly applies the order of operations to evaluate $3 + 4(2 - 1)^2$?
Which of the following expressions correctly applies the order of operations to evaluate $3 + 4(2 - 1)^2$?
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Which term is classified as a constant?
Which term is classified as a constant?
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What is the result of subtracting the expression $2x + 3$ from $5x$?
What is the result of subtracting the expression $2x + 3$ from $5x$?
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Which of the following expressions is an example of unlike terms?
Which of the following expressions is an example of unlike terms?
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Study Notes
Algebra Concepts - Study Notes
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Terms:
- Terms are single mathematical expressions (numbers, variables, or their combinations).
- Constants are terms without variables (e.g., 5, -3, 12).
- Coefficients are numerical factors multiplying variables (e.g., 4 in 4x).
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Like and Unlike Terms:
- Like terms have the same variable raised to the same power (e.g., 3x and 5x; 2x² and -4x²).
- Unlike terms have different variables or exponents (e.g., 2x and 3y; x and x²).
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Distributive Law:
- The distributive law states a(b + c) = ab + ac.
- Distribute coefficients across sums or differences within parentheses (e.g., 3(x + 2) = 3x + 6; 2(2x - 4) = 4x - 8).
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Addition and Subtraction of Linear Expressions:
- Combine like terms for addition (e.g., 3x + 4x + 2 = 7x + 2).
- Distribute negative signs and combine like terms for subtraction (e.g., 5x - (2x + 3) = 5x - 2x - 3 = 3x - 3).
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Factorization:
- Factorization breaks down an expression into simpler factors.
- Factoring out the Greatest Common Factor (GCF) is often used (e.g., 6x² + 9x = 3x(2x + 3)).
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Order of Operations (PEMDAS):
- Follow the order: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (left to right), Addition and Subtraction (left to right).
- Example: 3 + 4 × (2 - 1)² = 3 + 4 × 1² = 3 + 4 × 1 = 7.
Key Practice Recommendations
- Regularly practice factoring and combining like terms.
- Accurately identify like and unlike terms during simplification.
- Employ the distributive law for simplifying expressions before operations.
- Use PEMDAS for accurate calculations in complex expressions.
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This quiz covers fundamental concepts of algebra including terms, coefficients, like and unlike terms, the distributive law, and addition and subtraction of linear expressions. It is designed to help students reinforce their understanding of these key topics in algebra. Ideal for students studying algebra at any level.
