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What is Algebra?

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A branch of mathematics dealing with symbols and the rules for manipulating those symbols; it involves solving equations and understanding relationships between variables.

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A symbol, often represented by letters, that stands for a number that can change or vary.

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What is an equation?

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A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing one or more variables.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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What is the order of operations in mathematics?

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A set of rules that determines the sequence in which calculations are performed, often remembered by the acronym PEMDAS (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division, Addition and Subtraction).

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What is the distributive property?

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

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What is a coefficient?

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A numerical factor in a term of an algebraic expression, usually placed in front of a variable.

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What is a constant in algebra?

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A fixed value that does not change, often represented by a number.

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What is a polynomial?

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

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What is the difference between linear and quadratic equations?

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Linear equations have a degree of 1 and graph as straight lines, while quadratic equations have a degree of 2 and graph as parabolas.