Algebra Midterm Formula Review

Front

Where does a line cross the y-axis?

Back

Y-Intercept

Front

In the equation y = -2x - 4, what is the slope?

Back

-2

Front

What is the constant of the polynomial 2x^3 - 8x^2 + 3x - 7?

Back

-7

Front

Where does a line cross the x-axis?

Back

X-Intercept

Front

In exponential notation, when a power is raised to another power, what do you do to the exponents?

Back

Multiply

Front

What is the definition of slope in a linear equation?

Back

The slope is the ratio of the rise (change in y) to the run (change in x).

Front

What is the standard form of a linear equation?

Back

Ax + By = C, where A, B, and C are constants.

Front

What does the term 'polynomial' refer to?

Back

A mathematical expression consisting of variables, coefficients, and non-negative integer exponents.

Front

What is the degree of the polynomial 4x^5 - 3x^2 + 2?

Back

5, which is the highest exponent.

Front

What is the difference between a function and a relation?

Back

A function is a relation where each input has exactly one output.