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| variable | A symbol, usually a letter, used to represent a number in mathematical expressions or sentences. |
| algebra | A mathematical language that uses variables along with numbers. |
| expression | A combination of variables, numbers, and at least one operation. |
| evaluate | To find the value of an expression by replacing variables with numerals; to solve. |
| factor | A number that divides into a whole number with a remainder of zero. |
| exponent | In a power, the number of times the base is used as a factor. |
| base | In a power, the number used as a factor. |
| order of operations | A process used to solve mathematical expressions. |