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Introduction To Algebraic Expressions 1an1a51

This document provides an introduction to the basics of algebra. It explains that algebra uses symbols like variables (x, y, etc.) to represent unknown quantities or values that can vary. It discusses how variables can stand for different things, and how operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication and division are used in algebraic expressions. The document also defines key algebraic terms like terms, coefficients, constants, and variables. It provides examples of algebraic expressions and checks the reader's understanding of these fundamental algebraic concepts.

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Introduction To Algebraic Expressions 1an1a51

This document provides an introduction to the basics of algebra. It explains that algebra uses symbols like variables (x, y, etc.) to represent unknown quantities or values that can vary. It discusses how variables can stand for different things, and how operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication and division are used in algebraic expressions. The document also defines key algebraic terms like terms, coefficients, constants, and variables. It provides examples of algebraic expressions and checks the reader's understanding of these fundamental algebraic concepts.

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Language uses symbols and words

The Cool Language of Algebra…

…also uses symbols and words!


The Cool Language of Algebra!

𝐴𝑙𝑔𝑒𝑏𝑟𝑎 𝑖𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑙𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑢𝑎𝑔𝑒 𝑜𝑓


Variables, such as x, y, m, a, k
The Cool Language of Algebra!
The Cool Language of Algebra!

Algebra
Solves real
Problems…

…using variables!
The Cool Language of Algebra!

𝑥 𝑐𝑎𝑛 𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑎𝑛𝑦𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔!


• the height of an avatar
• time in seconds
• the depth of a pool
• my maths mark
The Cool Language of Algebra!

𝑥 𝑐𝑎𝑛 𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑎𝑛𝑦𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔!


The Cool Language of Algebra!

7𝑥 𝑚𝑒𝑎𝑛𝑠 "7 times x" or;


x+x+x+x+x+x+x
and can be read as “seven x’s”
Where did the idea of x come from?
Understanding x as buried treasure
Finding x is for your future!
“In algebra (as in real life), x can be anything: 12, -47, a billion—
the sky’s the limit… But can you imagine if, when we solved for
x, we started by stereotyping it, shutting out a whole range of
possible solutions? Like, “Hmm, I just don’t think x could be a
very big number; I mean look, it’s so little.”

I know it sounds crazy, but this happens all the time


in life. The x you’re solving for is your future, and it,
too, can be anything.”
extract from Algebra Exposed by Danica McKellar
Stop Making Mistakes!!!

3𝑥 − 2𝑦 + 7
Name parts of an Algebraic Expression

3𝑥 − 2𝑦 + 7
Name parts of an Algebraic Expression

Term

3𝑥 − 2𝑦 + 7
Name parts of an Algebraic Expression

Terms

3𝑥 − 2𝑦 + 7
Name parts of an Algebraic Expression

Variables or Pronumerals

3𝑥 − 2𝑦 + 7
Name parts of an Algebraic Expression

Variables

3𝑥 − 2𝑦 + 7
Variable = vary (the x and y values change or are variable)
Name parts of an Algebraic Expression

Constant

3𝑥 − 2𝑦 + 7
Constant doesn’t change at all – it remains constant!
Name parts of an Algebraic Expression

A value that
Constant doesn’t change!

3𝑥 − 2𝑦 + 7
Constant doesn’t change at all – it remains constant!
Name parts of an Algebraic Expression

Coefficient

3𝑥 − 2𝑦 + 7
Name parts of an Algebraic Expression

Coefficients

3𝑥 − 2𝑦 + 7
3
Note: Coefficient could be a fraction too! e.g. 𝑥
5
Name parts of an Algebraic Expression

3𝑥 − 2𝑦 + 7

operators
A quick reminder that …

Sum = +
Difference = -
Product = x
Quotient = ÷
A quick reminder that …

Sum = +
Difference = -
Product = x
Quotient = ÷
Let’s check your knowledge…

For the expression: 7x + 3y – 9

Name: 1. a term ____


2. the constant ____
3. a coefficient ____
4. a variable ____
5. an operator ____
Let’s check your knowledge…

6. What is the sum of 9 and 2? ____

7. What is the product of 11 and 5? ____

8. What is the difference of 8 and 3? ____

9. What is the quotient of 12 and 4? ____

10. How many terms are in the expression: 125x – 17y + 80?
___
Let’s check your knowledge…Answers

For the expression: 7x + 3y – 9

Name: 1. a term 7x or 3y or -9
2. the constant -9
3. a coefficient 7 or 3
4. a variable x or y
5. an operator + or -
Let’s check your knowledge…

6. What is the sum of 9 and 2? sum = + 9+2 = 11

7. What is the product of 11 and 5? product = x 11 x 5 = 55

8. What is the difference of 8 and 3? difference = so, 8-3 = 5

9. What is the quotient of 12 and 4? quotient = divide,


so 12/4 = 3

10. How many terms are in the expression: 125x – 17y + 80?
3
Let’s check your knowledge…

Bonus Question:

Write an algebraic expression for “20 less than the product of x and 5”
Let’s check your knowledge…

Bonus Question:

Write an algebraic expression for “20 less than the product of x and 5”

Answer: 5x -20

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