What does the term "expression" refer to in algebra?

What is the fundamental concept of algebra?

A). Solving equations

B). Studying biology

C). Programming languages

D). Art and literature

What is the solution to the equation 2x^2 + 5x - 3 = 0 in algebra?

A). x = -3 or x = 1/2

B). x = -1/2 or x = 3

C). x = -1 or x = 3/2

D). x = -3/2 or x = 1

What is the purpose of using variables in algebra?

A). Representing unknown quantities

B). Making calculations faster

C). Adding complexity to equations

D). Ignoring numerical values

Which of the following is a quadratic equation in algebra?

A). 3x - 5 = 0

B). y = mx + b

C). x^2 + 2x + 1 = 0

D). 4x + 7 = 15

What is the solution to the equation 2x + 3 = 7 in algebra?

A). x = 4

B). x = 2

C). x = 5

D). x = 1

Which of the following is a binomial in algebra?

A). 2x^2 + 5

B). 3x^3 + 2x^2 - x

C). x^2 - 4

D). 4x + 7

In algebraic expressions, what does the term 'exponent' represent?

A). The number being multiplied

B). The result of multiplication

C). The base raised to a power

D). The constant term

What does the term 'factor' mean in algebra?

A). To break down an expression into simpler parts

B). To multiply two or more terms

C). To add terms together

D). To rearrange terms in an equation

Which property allows you to multiply a sum by distributing the multiplication over each term?

A). Distributive property

B). Commutative property

C). Associative property

D). Identity property

Which of the following is a valid algebraic identity?

A). (x + y)^2 = x^2 + y^2

B). (x + y)(x - y) = x^2 + y^2

C). (x + y)^2 = x^2 - y^2

D). x^2 - y^2 = (x + y)^2