MT: 7.2B +/- Algebraic Expressions with Parentheses

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What is the distributive property in algebra?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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Simplify the expression: 3(w - 5) + 4w

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7w - 15

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What does it mean to combine like terms?

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Combining like terms involves adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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Fill in the blank: 2(x + 7) = 2x + __

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14

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Simplify the expression: 3(2x - 1)

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6x - 3

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents one or more numbers.

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What is an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables, and operation symbols.

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Simplify the expression: 22x - (-18x)

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40x

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What are coefficients in algebra?

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Coefficients are the numerical factors in terms of an algebraic expression, such as the 3 in 3x.

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Combine like terms: 3x + 2x + 3y - 7y

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5x - 4y