to solve or complete an algebraic expression or equation.
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deductive reasoning
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reasoning in which a conclusion is reached by stating a general principle and then applying that principle to a specific case.
Ex: The sun rises every morning; therefore, the sun will rise on Tuesday morning.
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integers
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all whole numbers (both positive and negative) and zero.
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counterexample
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an example that proves a statement (or conjecture) false.
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base
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the number that is being multiplied in a power.
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real number
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any number - whether, positive, negative, zero, or other - that can be used to define a measurable quantity.
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equivalent expressions
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two expressions that when simplified reduce to the same value.
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order of operations
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the order in which operations in an expression to be evaluated are carried out.
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algebraic expression
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a mathematical phrase involving at least one variable and sometimes numbers and operation symbols.
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exponent
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the number of times the base is multiplied in a power.
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irrational number
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any real number which cant be expressed as a fraction of two integers.
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variable
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a letter or symbol used in an expression or equation that represents an unknown quantity.
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simplify
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to reduce a fraction of expression into a simpler and smaller form.