Algebra Terminology Flashcards
Absolute Value
the magnitude of a real number without regard to its sign. Also called modulus.
Adding or Subtracting Fractions
Find the lowest common denominator then perform the operation
Algebraic Expression
an expression that contains only algebraic numbers, variables and algebraic operations.
Associative Properties
(a + b) + c = a + (b +c)
Associative Properties
(a + b) + c = a + (b +c)
Coefficient
a numerical or constant quantity placed before and multiplying the variable in an algebraic expression (e.g., 4 in 4x y).
Commutative Properties
ab = ba or a+b = b+a
Distributive Properties
(a+b) + (c+d) = a(c+d) + b(c+d)
Element
Member of a set
Equation
Is an expression with an equal sign A + B = C
Exponents
a quantity representing the power to which a given number or expression is to be raised, usually expressed as a raised symbol beside the number or expression (e.g., 3 in 23 = 2 × 2 × 2).
Expression
Is a phrase. Not including an equal A - B
Factors
a number or quantity that when multiplied with another produces a given number or expression.
Fractions
a numerical quantity that is not a whole number (e.g., 1/2, 0.5).
Identity Properties
1 + 0 = 1, 1(A) = A
