Algebra: Parts of an Expression
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What is a term in an algebraic expression?

  • A letter
  • A number
  • Each part of an algebraic expression separated by a plus or minus sign (correct)
  • A combination of variables and numbers
  • What is a coefficient?

    The number that comes before the variable within a term

    What is a constant?

    The term without a variable (just a number)

    What is a variable?

    <p>A letter that stands in the place of a number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an expression?

    <p>A math problem that contains a combination of variables, numbers, and math operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Parts of an Expression

    • A term is a fundamental component of an algebraic expression, distinguished by being separated by plus or minus signs.
    • The coefficient refers to the numerical factor of a term, which appears before the variable, indicating how many units of the variable are present.
    • A constant is a term that is solely a number and does not include any variables, representing fixed value.
    • A variable is a symbolic representation, typically a letter, that can stand in for an unknown or changeable number in expressions.
    • An expression is a mathematical formulation that includes a mix of variables, constants, and mathematical operations, forming a complete mathematical statement.

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    This quiz focuses on the essential components of algebraic expressions, including terms, coefficients, constants, and variables. Test your understanding of how these elements combine to form a complete mathematical expression.

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