Do Now Evaluate expressions

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What is the process of factoring in algebra?

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Factoring is the process of breaking down an expression into simpler components (factors) that, when multiplied together, give the original expression.

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Factor the expression: 2n² - 8n³

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2n²(1 - 4n)

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Evaluate the expression: 5(v + 1) when v = 4

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25

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Evaluate the expression: 4(t - 2) + 3 when t = 10

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35

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What is an expression in mathematics?

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An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operators (such as +, -, *, /) that represents a value.

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What does it mean to evaluate an expression?

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To evaluate an expression means to calculate its value by substituting variables with numbers and performing the operations.

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol (usually a letter) that represents an unknown value in mathematical expressions or equations.

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What is the distributive property?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac, meaning you can distribute a factor across a sum.

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What is the difference between an equation and an expression?

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An equation states that two expressions are equal, while an expression does not include an equality sign.

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What is the first step in factoring the expression 2n² - 8n³?

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The first step is to identify the greatest common factor (GCF), which is 2n².