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What is the purpose of variables in algebra?

  • To represent fixed values
  • To represent unknown quantities (correct)
  • To perform mathematical operations directly
  • To manipulate expressions without changing their values

Which operation should be performed first according to the Order of Operations?

  • Multiplication
  • Parentheses (correct)
  • Subtraction
  • Addition

What type of equation graphs as a straight line?

  • Polynomial equation
  • Linear equation (correct)
  • Rational equation
  • Quadratic equation

Which method is NOT used to solve equations?

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Which of the following correctly describes inequalities?

<p>They express a relationship using greater than or less than (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the expression $3x + 5$, what are the components?

<p>3 is a constant, x is a variable (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will happen to the inequality sign when multiplying or dividing by a negative number?

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What defines a quadratic equation?

<p>It involves variables raised to the power of 2 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>y = mx + b (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method is NOT typically used for solving systems of equations?

<p>Long division (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean if a system of equations has no solutions?

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Which of the following is true about functions?

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What is a common technique used for factoring polynomials?

<p>Identifying and removing a common factor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following methods can be applied to solve quadratic equations?

<p>Completing the square (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of applying the product rule of exponents, using $a^3$ and $a^4$?

<p>$a^7$ (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which application is algebra NOT commonly used?

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Flashcards

Algebra

A branch of math using symbols to represent numbers and quantities in equations and formulas.

Variable

A letter or symbol representing an unknown quantity in an equation or expression.

Order of Operations

A rule that dictates the sequence for evaluating mathematical expressions (PEMDAS/BODMAS).

Solving an equation

Finding the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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Linear equation

An equation with variables raised to the power of 1.

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Inequality

A mathematical statement showing the relationship between expressions, like greater than or less than.

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Solving inequalities

Finding the values of the variable that make the inequality true.

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Combining like terms

Adding or subtracting terms with the same variables and exponents.

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Standard Form of a Linear Equation

Ax + By = C, where A, B, and C are constants.

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Slope-Intercept Form

y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.

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Point-Slope Form

y - y1 = m(x - x1), using a point (x1, y1) and slope (m).

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System of Equations Solutions

Single solution, no solution (parallel lines), or infinitely many solutions (same line).

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Quadratic Formula

x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / 2a, for solving quadratic equations.

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Factoring

Rewrite a polynomial as a product of factors.

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Function

Relationship where each input has only one output.

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Quadratic Equation Solutions

A quadratic equation has at most two solutions.

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Study Notes

Basic Algebra Concepts

  • Algebra is a branch of mathematics that uses symbols, typically letters, to represent numbers and quantities. These symbols allow for the manipulation and solution of equations and formulas.
  • Variables are letters or symbols that represent unknown quantities.
  • Constants are symbols that represent fixed values.
  • Expressions are combinations of variables, constants, and mathematical operations.
  • Equations are mathematical statements that show the equality of two expressions.
  • Inequalities are mathematical statements that show the relationship between two expressions (e.g., greater than, less than).
  • Properties of equality and inequality are fundamental to manipulating and solving equations and inequalities.

Fundamental Operations

  • Order of Operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS): This rule dictates the sequence in which mathematical operations should be performed to evaluate expressions. Parentheses/Brackets, Exponents/Orders, Multiplication and Division (left to right), Addition and Subtraction (left to right). Understanding this is crucial for achieving accurate solutions.
  • Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of algebraic terms. Similar terms can be added or subtracted, while multiplication distributes over addition and subtraction.

Solving Equations

  • Solving an equation involves isolating the unknown variable.
  • Methods used to solve equations include:
    • Adding or subtracting the same value from both sides of the equation.
    • Multiplying or dividing both sides of the equation by the same value (excluding zero).
    • Using the distributive property.
  • Combining like terms on each side of the equation.
  • The solution to an equation is the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

Types of Equations

  • Linear equations: Equations that involve variables raised to the power of 1. Their graphs form straight lines.
  • Quadratic equations: Equations that involve variables raised to the power of 2. Their graphs form parabolas.
  • Polynomial equations: Equations with more than one variable, any of which could be raised to a power greater than 1.
  • Rational equations: Equations involving fractions containing variables in the denominator.

Inequalities

  • Solving inequalities is similar to solving equations, but the direction of the inequality sign might change depending on the operation performed.
  • Multiplication or division by a negative number reverses the inequality sign.

Linear Equations (Further Detail)

  • The standard form of a linear equation is typically presented as Ax + By = C.
  • Slope-intercept form (y = mx + b) allows for determining the slope (m) and y-intercept (b) of a line. This form is readily usable for graphing and analysis.
  • Point-slope form (y - y1 = m(x - x1)) uses a point (x1, y1) and the slope (m) to find the equation of a line.

Systems of Equations

  • Systems of linear equations can be solved graphically or algebraically (e.g., substitution or elimination methods).
  • Systems of equations have single solutions, no solutions (parallel lines), or infinitely many solutions (same line).

Functions

  • Functions describe relationships between input (independent variable) and output (dependent variable).
  • Functions can be represented by equations, tables, or graphs.
  • Input values must map to only one output value.

Exponents and Polynomials

  • Understanding rules related to exponents (e.g., product rule, quotient rule) is essential for working with polynomials.
  • Operations with Polynomials include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Factoring

  • Factoring is a technique used to rewrite a polynomial expression as a product of factors.
  • Common factoring involves identifying and removing a common factor.
  • Other advanced factoring techniques exist for more complicated polynomials (e.g., grouping, difference of squares).

Quadratic Equations (Further Detail)

  • Solving quadratic equations can utilize the quadratic formula: x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / 2a.
  • Alternatively, factoring, completing the square, or graphing techniques can be applied.
  • Quadratics have at most two solutions.

Applications of Algebra

  • Algebra is widely used in various real-world applications:
    • Physics (formulating equations of motion)
    • Engineering (designing structures and systems)
    • Finance (calculating investments and interest)
    • Computer Science (programming and algorithm development)
    • Various sciences (modelling and analysis)

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