Algebra Vocabulary Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is the definition of 'solution'?

The product of numbers and variables

The x-values of a relation/function

A function with a degree of 2

A value that makes an equation true (correct)

What does 'linear' refer to in a function?

A function with a degree of 1 that forms a line.

Define 'quadratic' in terms of a function.

A function with a degree of 2 that forms a parabola.

What characterizes an 'exponential' function?

A function that has the x-value as an exponent. Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by a 'variable'?

A letter that represents an unknown quantity. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'domain' in relation to functions?

The x-values of a relation/function. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'range' refer to in a function?

The y-values of a relation/function. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'term' in algebra?

The product of numbers and variables separated by addition/subtraction signs. Signup and view all the answers

Define 'slope'.

The ratio of the difference in y-values to the difference in x-values (rise over run). Signup and view all the answers

What is the slope-intercept form of a linear equation?

y = mx + b Signup and view all the answers

What does 'inequality' mean?

A comparison of values that are not equal (>, <, etc.). Signup and view all the answers

What is 'exponential decay'?

y = a(b)^x where 0 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Algebra Vocabulary

Solution: A value that satisfies an equation, making it true.
Linear Function: Defined by a degree of 1 and represented graphically as a straight line.
Quadratic Function: Characterized by a degree of 2, forming a parabolic shape on a graph.
Exponential Function: Features the variable x as an exponent, leading to rapid growth or decay in value.
Variable: An algebraic symbol (usually a letter) that signifies an unknown quantity in equations.
Domain: Represents the set of possible x-values for a given relation or function.
Range: Encompasses the set of possible y-values for a relation or function.
Term: Consists of products of numbers and variables, combined by addition or subtraction operations.
Slope: Expressed as the ratio of the vertical change (difference in y-values) to the horizontal change (difference in x-values), commonly referred to as "rise over run."
Slope-Intercept Form: The standard linear equation format represented as y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.
Inequality: A mathematical expression indicating that two quantities are not equal, represented by symbols like > or <.
Exponential Decay: Expressed by the formula y = a(b)^x, indicating a decrease in value over time or as x increases, where a is the initial value and b is a base factor less than 1.

Description

Test your knowledge of key algebraic terms and concepts in this quiz. Understand various functions, values, and their graphical representations. Perfect for students looking to solidify their algebra vocabulary.