Pre-Algebra Review Flashcards

Study Notes

Factoring and Polynomials

Factoring is the reverse process of the distributive property.
A trinomial is defined as a polynomial consisting of three distinct terms.

Key Number Concepts

The Greatest Common Factor (GCF) is the largest term, including both numbers and variables, that can evenly divide another term.
Rational numbers can be expressed as fractions, whereas irrational numbers cannot be represented in fractional form.

Basic Arithmetic Operations

The sum refers to the result obtained from an addition operation.
The difference signifies the result from a subtraction operation.
The product is the outcome of a multiplication process.
The quotient represents the result after performing division.

Functions and Their Properties

A function establishes a relationship where each input (x) is associated with exactly one output (y).
The domain of a function is comprised of all possible input values (x-values).
The range consists of all potential output values (y-values).

Graphical Function Tests

The Vertical Line Test is a method to determine if a graph depicts a function; if any vertical line intersects the graph only once, it confirms the relationship is indeed a function.

Specialized Functions

A square root function incorporates the square root of a variable, expressed as √x.
An absolute value function features an absolute value expression, denoted as |x|.
The difference of two squares is represented as a binomial product formed by the sum and difference of identical terms.

Description

Test your understanding of basic pre-algebra concepts with these flashcards. This quiz covers essential terms such as factoring, greatest common factor, and rational numbers. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their foundational math skills.