Unit 1 Vocabulary

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Linear Equation

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An equation between two variables that gives a straight line when plotted on a graph.

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Inequality

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A mathematical statement that compares two expressions using <, >, ≤, or ≥.

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Variable

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A symbol, usually a letter, that represents one or more numbers.

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Coefficient

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A number multiplied by a variable in an algebraic expression.

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Constant

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A fixed value that does not change.

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Solution

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A value or values that make an equation or inequality true.

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Isolate the Variable

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To get the variable alone on one side of the equation or inequality.

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Addition Property of Equality

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Adding the same number to both sides of an equation keeps it balanced.

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Subtraction Property of Equality

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Subtracting the same number from both sides of an equation keeps it balanced.

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Multiplication Property of Equality

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Multiplying both sides of an equation by the same number keeps it balanced.