Algebra 1 Review

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What is a system of equations?

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A set of two or more equations with the same variables. The solution is the point(s) where the equations intersect.

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How do you solve a system of equations using substitution?

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1. Solve one equation for one variable. 2. Substitute that expression into the other equation. 3. Solve for the remaining variable.

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What is a polynomial?

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An expression consisting of variables and coefficients, combined using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and non-negative integer exponents.

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What does it mean to simplify a polynomial?

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To combine like terms and reduce the expression to its simplest form.

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What is the height function for a building with n floors and an antenna?

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What is the range of a function?

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The set of all possible output values (y-values) of a function.

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How do you find the range of a graph?

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Identify the lowest and highest points on the graph to determine the minimum and maximum y-values.

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What is the difference between a linear equation and a polynomial?

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A linear equation is a polynomial of degree 1, while a polynomial can have degrees greater than 1.

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What is the degree of a polynomial?

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The highest power of the variable in the polynomial.