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Fundamentals of Basic Algebra

Mathematics

Core concepts of elementary algebra and mathematical notation.

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12 Questions Easy Ages 10+ Jul 19, 2026

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1 In the expression 5x, what is the number '5' called?
  • A Variable
  • B Coefficient
  • C Exponent
  • D Constant
2 What does the symbol '=' represent in an algebraic equation?
  • A Equality
  • B Inequality
  • C Approximation
  • D Division
3 In the expression x^2, what is the number '2' called?
  • A Base
  • B Coefficient
  • C Exponent
  • D Factor
4 Which operation is indicated by the symbol '4y'?
  • A Addition
  • B Subtraction
  • C Multiplication
  • D Division
5 What is a letter that represents an unknown number in algebra called?
  • A Constant
  • B Coefficient
  • C Operator
  • D Variable
6 Which of the following is considered a constant?
  • A x
  • B y
  • C 7
  • D z
7 What is the first step in solving for x in the equation x + 3 = 10?
  • A Add 3 to both sides
  • B Subtract 3 from both sides
  • C Multiply by 10
  • D Divide by 3
8 What is the value of 2x when x = 5?
  • A 7
  • B 25
  • C 10
  • D 3
9 In algebra, what do we call a mathematical statement that two expressions are equal?
  • A Variable
  • B Equation
  • C Expression
  • D Operation
10 What is the result of x + x?
  • A x^2
  • B 2x
  • C x
  • D x+x
11 Which operation is the inverse of addition?
  • A Multiplication
  • B Division
  • C Subtraction
  • D Exponentiation
12 What is the value of x in the equation 2x = 8?
  • A 4
  • B 6
  • C 10
  • D 16
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