Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 1 - Introduction to Algebraic Expressions - Review Exercises: Chapter 1 - Page 77: 67

Answer

A constant has a fixed value, which is represented by a real number from the real number line. For example $1$, $0$, $-5$, $2$ etc. While a variable has no fixed value. That is why it is represented by an alphabet or by a symbol. For example $x$, $a$, $\alpha$, and $M$ etc.

Work Step by Step

A constant has a fixed value, which is represented by a real number from the real number line. For example $1$, $0$, $-5$, $2$ etc. While a variable has no fixed value. That is why it is represented by an alphabet or by a symbol. For example $x$, $a$, $\alpha$, and $M$ etc.
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