Variables and Algebraic Expressions Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is a variable?

An equation that expresses a relationship

A mathematical expression

A symbol used to represent any element of a given set of numbers (correct)

A fixed number

What is a constant?

A fixed number

What is an algebraic expression?

A mathematical expression containing numbers, variables, and operational signs

What is a formula?

An equation that expresses the relationship between related quantities Signup and view all the answers

What is a term?

A constant, a variable raised to a power, or the product or quotient of a constant and one or more variables Signup and view all the answers

What are like terms?

Terms that have the same variable or variables with corresponding variables having the same exponents Signup and view all the answers

What is a numerical coefficient?

The numerical factor (constant) accompanying the variables in a term Signup and view all the answers

What is an equation?

A mathematical sentence stating that two expressions are equal Signup and view all the answers

What is an inverse operation?

The operation that will reverse or undo a given operation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Variables and Algebraic Expressions

A variable is a symbol that represents elements from a specific set of numbers, known as its domain.
A constant refers to a specific, unchanging numerical value within mathematical expressions.
An algebraic expression combines numbers, variables, and operational symbols to formulate mathematical statements.
A formula is an equation delineating the connection between different quantities or variables.
A term can be a constant, a variable raised to a power, or a product/quotient of constants and variables.
Like terms are terms that share the same variable(s) and corresponding variables have identical exponents.
The numerical coefficient (or simply coefficient) is the constant that multiplies associated variables within a term.
An equation is a mathematical declaration asserting that two expressions are equal to one another.
An inverse operation is an action that counteracts or reverses the effect of a previous mathematical operation.

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Test your knowledge on essential terms related to variables and algebraic expressions with these flashcards. Each card features a word and its definition, helping you to grasp the foundational concepts of algebra. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of algebraic fundamentals.