Pre-algebra Vocab flashcard 1

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Numerical part of a term with a variable.

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coefficient

Front

Slope in y=kx is represented by k.

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constant of variation

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A relationship where x increases, y changes at a constant rate.

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direct variation

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Ratio of vertical change to horizontal change.

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slope

Front

The two shorter sides of a right triangle that form the right angle

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legs

Front

Two or more expressions with the same variables and powers

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like terms

Front

A mathematical sentence with <, >, ≥, ≤

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inequality

Front

Parts of an expression separated by + and - signs

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terms

Front

Symbol for square root

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radical

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One of the two equal factors of a number

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square root