1.1 Vocab Flashcards
1
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Variable
A
A letter used to represent one or more number; place holder for an unknown number.
2
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Algebraic Expression
A
A collection of numbers, variables, and operations.
3
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Evaluating an Expression
A
Substituting a number for the variable, performing the operations, and simplifying if necessary.
4
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Power
A
An expression that represents repeated multiplication of the same factor.
5
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Base
A
The number or expression that is used as a factor in repeated multiplication.
6
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Exponent
A
A number or expression that represents the number of times the base is multiplied.
