1. Algebraic Reasoning

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What is Algebraic Reasoning?

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Algebraic reasoning involves using mathematical concepts and operations to solve problems, recognize patterns, and understand relationships between numbers.

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What does it mean to 'subtract' in mathematics?

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Subtracting means taking one number away from another. For example, 10 - 3 = 7.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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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: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right). Often remembered as PEMDAS.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.3

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What does 'more than' indicate in a mathematical expression?

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'More than' indicates addition. For example, '5 more than 3' means 3 + 5.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2A

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What is a variable in algebra?

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

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing one or more variables.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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How do you solve for a variable in an equation?

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To solve for a variable, isolate the variable on one side of the equation using inverse operations.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What does it mean to 'multiply' in mathematics?

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Multiplying means combining equal groups. For example, 4 times 3 means 4 groups of 3, which equals 12.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.1

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What is a mathematical expression?

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A mathematical expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operations (like addition or multiplication) that represents a value.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is the difference between an expression and an equation?

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An expression does not have an equality sign and represents a value, while an equation states that two expressions are equal.