5th Grade Math Vocab. Operations & Algebraic Thinking

Question 1

An ordered set of numbers, the order helps predict what will come next. Ex: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10

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numerical pattern

Question 2

Math symbols ( ) [ ] show what operation goes 1st in the order of operations. Ex: 3 x [4 + 2]

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brackets

Question 3

A mathematical calculation.The 4 basic are addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

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operations

Question 4

Ex: 6 x (10 + 4) (6 x 10) + (6 x 4) 60 + 24 = 84 Which property is this showing?

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Distributive Property

Question 5

To replace a variable in an expression with a number, then solve it. Ex:4 + a a = 5 4 + 5 = 9

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evaluate expression

Question 6

Variable or combination of variables, numbers, and symbols represent a relationship. Ex:d + 8

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expression

Question 7

An agreed upon order for performing operations to simplify expressions. Ex: P, E, M, D, A, S

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order of operations

Question 8

Symbol or symbols (,) in expression that show which operation goes first. Ex: 3 + (2 - 1)

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parenthesis

Question 9

Standard procedure followed in pattern/expression. Ex:1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32 Double previous number

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rule

Question 10

The sum stays the same when the grouping of addends is changed. Ex:(5 + 7) + 3 = 5 + (7 + 3)

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Associative Property

Question 11

A symbol for a number we don't know yet. It is usually a letter, x or y. Example: 7 + x = 10

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variable

Question 12

The sum stays the same when the order of the addends is changed. Ex: 5 + 3 = 3 + 5

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Commutative Property

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