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Algebra Basics for Beginners

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📚 Part 1: Multiple Choice

1. What is a variable in algebra?

A letter that represents a number

A fixed number

A geometric shape

2. Evaluate when a = 3: 2a + 5 = ?

11

10

8

3. Check all that are like terms:

3x and 5x

7y and −2y

4 and 4x

4. Solve for x: x + 7 = 12

x = 5

x = −5

x = 19

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers

5. Simplify: 3x + 4x = _________
6. Solve and show working: 2x = 14
7. Substitute and evaluate: If m = 4 and n = 2, find 3m − n = ________
8. Word problem: A toy costs $y. After paying $15, Ben has $10 left. Write an equation and find y. Show your working.

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