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Algebra

Algebra is a mathematical branch that uses letters, symbols, and numbers to represent relationships and solve problems. Key concepts include variables, constants, coefficients, expressions, and equations, with specific rules for solving equations. Algebra has practical applications in calculating unknown quantities, budgeting, and solving physics and engineering problems.

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Algebra

Algebra is a mathematical branch that uses letters, symbols, and numbers to represent relationships and solve problems. Key concepts include variables, constants, coefficients, expressions, and equations, with specific rules for solving equations. Algebra has practical applications in calculating unknown quantities, budgeting, and solving physics and engineering problems.

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Mathematics – Algebra Basics

🔹 Definition of Algebra

 Algebra is a branch of mathematics that uses letters, symbols, and


numbers to represent relationships and solve problems.
 Example: 2x + 3 = 7

🔹 Key Concepts

1. Variables → Letters (x, y, z) that represent unknown values.


2. Constants → Fixed numbers (e.g., 2, 5, -7).
3. Coefficients → Numbers multiplied by variables (e.g., in 4x, coefficient
is 4).
4. Expressions → Combination of variables, constants, and operators
(e.g., 3x + 2).
5. Equations → Statement with equality (e.g., 2x + 5 = 9).

🔹 Rules of Solving Equations

 Add or subtract equally on both sides.


 Multiply or divide equally on both sides.

🔹 Example

Solve: 2x + 3 = 7
→ 2x = 7 - 3
→ 2x = 4
→x=2

🔹 Applications of Algebra

 Calculating unknown quantities


 Budgeting & finance
 Physics & Engineering problems

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