8th Grade Math Vocabulary

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What is Bivariate Data?

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A set of data that shows a relationship between two variables.

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CCSS.6.SP.B.5B

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What is a Variable in mathematics?

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An unknown value, usually represented by a letter.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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In simple and compound interest, what does 'p' represent?

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Principal, Starting Amount.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What are alternate exterior angles?

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A pair of angles on opposite sides, on the outside of the parallel lines.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What are supplementary angles?

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Two angles that add up to 180 degrees.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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What is the definition of a function?

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A relation that assigns exactly one output for each input.

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CCSS.8.F.A.1

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What is the difference between independent and dependent variables?

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Independent variables are manipulated, while dependent variables are measured.

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CCSS.HSS.IC.B.3

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What is the formula for calculating simple interest?

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Simple Interest = Principal x Rate x Time.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is the formula for calculating compound interest?

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Compound Interest = Principal x (1 + Rate)^Time - Principal.

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What are complementary angles?

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Two angles that add up to 90 degrees.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5