Important Algebraic Symbols Flashcards

Important Algebraic Symbols

• "is at least" is represented by the symbol >, indicating a minimum value.

• "is at most" signifies a maximum value, typically represented as < or ≤.

• "is less than" is denoted as <, indicating that one quantity is smaller than another.

• "is / equal to" is represented by =, showing that two values are the same.

• "sum of" indicates addition and is represented as ( + ), with parenthesis required to clarify terms being added.

• "difference of" indicates subtraction and is represented as ( - ), also requiring parenthesis for clarity of the subtrahend.

• "product of" indicates multiplication and is represented as ( × ), with parenthesis to clarify the factors being multiplied.

• "quotient of" signifies division and is represented in fraction form as ( numerator / denominator ), with parenthesis highlighting the numerator and denominator.

• "a number" can be symbolized as x, allowing for any variable to represent an unknown quantity.

• "a number squared" is denoted as x², representing a number multiplied by itself.

• "a number cubed" is denoted as x³, indicating a number multiplied by itself twice (total of three instances).

This quiz will help you learn important algebraic symbols and their meanings, providing a quick reference for terms used in algebra. Each flashcard presents a word with its corresponding definition and symbol. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of algebraic concepts.