What does the term 'expression' refer to in algebra?
A). A mathematical phrase containing numbers and variables
B). An equation with an equal sign
C). A statement that is always true
D). A function with inputs and outputs
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
What is the correct order of operations in algebraic expressions?
A). Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication/Division, Addition/Subtraction
B). Exponents, Parentheses, Addition/Subtraction, Multiplication/Division
C). Multiplication/Division, Exponents, Addition/Subtraction, Parentheses
D). Addition/Subtraction, Multiplication/Division, Exponents, Parentheses
Which of the following is a variable in algebra?
A). x + 5
B). 10
C). 2x
D). y * z
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
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 is the degree of the polynomial 4x^3 + 2x^2 - x + 7?
A). 1
B). 2
C). 3
D). 4
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
Which of the following is an example of a linear equation in algebra?
A). 3x^2 + 5 = 0
B). y = mx + b
C). (x + 2)(x - 3) = 0
D). 2x + 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