Unit 1 Vocab

1. terms that have the same variables and powers
4. a numerical or constant quantity placed before and multiplying the variable in an algebraic expression
5. a quantity by which amounts differ; the remainder left after subtraction of one value from another.
7. numbers that, when placed on a number line, are the exact same distance away from the 0, but on opposite sides, or in opposite directions
9. the total amount resulting from the addition of two or more numbers, amounts, or items.
11. an algebraic expression consisting of one term.
13. relating to, involving, or according to the laws of algebra.
14. a quantity which during a calculation is assumed to vary or be capable of varying in value.
17. in unbroken or logical sequence.
18. a quantity or parameter that does not change its value whatever the value of the variables, under a given set of conditions.

2. a collection of symbols that jointly express a quantity.
3. a multiplicative inverse or reciprocal for a number x, denoted by 1/x or x⁻¹, is a number which when multiplied by x yields the multiplicative identity, 1.
6. belonging to the same equivalence class.
8. A value or values which, when substituted for a variable in an equation, make the equation true.
10. a quantity obtained by multiplying quantities together, or from an analogous algebraic operation.
12. a symbol or function denoting an operation
15. use appropriate mathematical language to give reasons for the particular approach used to solve a problem.
16. to find the correct answer