Basic algebra Flashcards
1
Q
What is a coefficient?
A
This is a number I front of a letter. Eg 2x. 2 is the coefficient
2
Q
What is an expression?
A
Any combination of letters and numbers. Eg 2x+4y
3
Q
What is an equation?
A
These contain equal signs and at least one variable.
4
Q
What is a constant term?
A
This is any single number in an expression or equation. Eg 7 is the constant term in x^2+3x+7
5
Q
What is a variable?
A
This is what the letters used to represent numbers are called.
