Algebraic expressions

In this lesson, we will be introduced to algebraic notation and learn how to evaluate and substitute into expressions.

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Algebraic Expressions Quiz

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Q1.Which of the following best describes an expression?

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Q2.Which of the following is NOT an expression?

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Q3.How should we write 5 x a - 2?

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Q4.Which value of x means that 3x < 2x + 1

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Q5.Which value of y means that -3y - 1 > 2y

5/5

This quiz includes images that don't have any alt text - please contact your teacher who should be able to help you with an audio description.

Unit quizzes are being retired in August 2023

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Quiz:

Algebraic Expressions Quiz

Don’t worry if you get a question wrong! Forgetting is an important step in learning. We will recap next lesson.

Q1.Which of the following best describes an expression?

1/5

Q2.Which of the following is NOT an expression?

2/5

Q3.How should we write 5 x a - 2?

3/5

Q4.Which value of x means that 3x < 2x + 1

4/5

Q5.Which value of y means that -3y - 1 > 2y

5/5

Lesson summary: Algebraic expressions

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