Topic 3 Flashcard Review

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What is the order of operations in mathematics?

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The order of operations is a set of rules that determines the sequence in which calculations are performed. The acronym PEMDAS helps remember the order: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right).

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Solve the expression: 9² - (8 x 9)

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9

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What is the expanded form of 5^4?

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5 x 5 x 5 x 5

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Which operation should be completed first in the problem: 12 ÷ 3 x 4?

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12 ÷ 3

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What is an exponent?

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An exponent is a number that shows how many times to use the base in a multiplication. For example, in 4^2, 2 is the exponent.

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What is the value of 4^2?

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16

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Simplify the expression: (7 + 41) ÷ 2 – 15

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9

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What does it mean to simplify an expression?

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To simplify an expression means to reduce it to its simplest form, making it easier to understand or calculate.

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What is the result of 3 x 4?

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12

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What is the result of 12 ÷ 4?

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3