Ch 22: TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Algebraic Expressions & Equations
About This Chapter
TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Algebraic Expressions and Equations - Chapter Summary
This chapter reviews the mathematical problems involving algebraic expressions and equations that you may encounter on the TExES Core Subjects EC-6 exam. You'll find lessons focused on the following:
- Showing mathematical relationships as algebraic expressions
- Working with simple algebraic expressions and common algebraic equations
- Combining like terms within algebraic expressions
- Handling negative signs when simplifying algebraic expressions
With both a video and transcript of each lesson, you'll be able to receive the material in the way that best fits your learning style. Both forms of content include features designed to make navigation simple, with the timeline underneath the videos allowing you to quickly jump to each of the lesson's main points, and the transcripts coming with highlighted keywords that make it easy to spot important terms.

1. Expressing Relationships as Algebraic Expressions
What do you do when you don't know what a number is but you do know how it relates to something else? You use an algebraic expression. In this lesson, we'll learn how to express relationships as algebraic expressions.

2. Evaluating Simple Algebraic Expressions
In this lesson, we'll learn how to evaluate algebraic expressions, which involves substituting numbers for variables and following the order of operations. By the end of the lesson, you'll be an algebraic expression expert.

3. Combining Like Terms in Algebraic Expressions
When you have an algebraic expression that's much too long, it would be great if you could simplify it. That's when knowing how to combine like terms comes in. In this lesson, we'll learn the process of combining like terms and practice simplifying expressions.

4. Negative Signs and Simplifying Algebraic Expressions
Don't let negative signs get you down. In this lesson, we'll stay positive as we practice simplifying algebraic expressions that have those tricky negative signs.

5. Common Algebraic Equations: Linear, Quadratic, Polynomial, and More
Watch this video lesson to see the kinds of equations that you will come across most often in algebra. Learn to distinguish them by just looking for the identifying components of each equation.
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Other chapters within the TExES Core Subjects EC-6 (291): Practice & Study Guide course
- About the TExES Core Subjects EC-6 Exam
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Language Development & Instruction
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Oral Communication Skills
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Early Literacy Development
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Reading Fluency & Word Analysis
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Reading Comprehension & Assessment
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Reading Strategies & Application
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Writing Conventions
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Composition
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Visual Media
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Study & Research Skills
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Mathematical Instruction
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Basic Arithmetic
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Number Theories & Computation
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Math Expressions & Formulas
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Decimals
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Fractions
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Percent Notation
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Calculations, Ratios & Proportions
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Real Numbers
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Sequences
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Solving Algebraic Equations
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Functions
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Solving & Graphing Inequalities
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Linear Equations
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Measurement & the Metric System
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Properties of Geometric Shapes
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Triangles, Theorems & Proofs
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: 3D Geometric Figures
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Summarizing Data
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Organizing & Displaying Data
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Mathematical Probability
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Math Processes & Perspectives
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Basic History Concepts
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Early America
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: American Revolution & Reform
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Overview of the 20th Century
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Geography of the World
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Geographic Relationships
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Economic Principles
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Major Events in Economic History
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Government & Citizenship
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Political Documents & Landmark Cases
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Culture & Society
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Foundation of Social Studies
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Social Studies Instruction
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Scientific Inquiry
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Safety in Science Classrooms
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Scientific Impact on Daily Life
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Forces & Motion
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Properties & Changes in Matter
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Matter & Energy
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Energy Transformations
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Structure & Function of Organisms
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Reproduction & Heredity
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Organisms & the Environment
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Earth Systems & Cycles
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Weather & Climate
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Solar System & the Universe
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Science Instruction & Assessment
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Visual Arts
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Music Terminology
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Music Instruction
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Health & Disease
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Personal Health
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Human Growth & Development
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: Health Promotion & Resources
- TExES Core Subjects EC-6: P.E. & Health Instruction
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