Foundations of Math 1 Review

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What is the slope of a line?

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The slope of a line is a measure of its steepness, typically represented as 'm'. It is calculated as the change in y (rise) over the change in x (run).

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Calculate the slope between the points (1, 2) and (4, 5).

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The slope (m) is calculated as (5 - 2) / (4 - 1) = 3/3 = 1.

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What is the order of operations in mathematics?

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The order of operations is Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right), often abbreviated as PEMDAS.

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Solve: -2 x (3 + 8 ÷ 4)²

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The solution is -50.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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What is a linear equation?

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A linear equation is an equation that makes a straight line when graphed. It can be written in the form y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.

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Solve for r: -87 = -3 (3r + 8)

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The solution is r = 7.

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What is the distributive property?

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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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Calculate: 18 + (-4)

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The result is 14.

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What is a variable in mathematics?

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