Algebraic Expressions & Equations is one of 9 topics in the Grade 8 Mathematics CAPS syllabus, covered across 3 lessons on Study Vault. Below are real practice questions from this topic with full worked answers.
Sample practice questions
Easy
1. In the term 5x2, what is the coefficient?
5
2
x
5x
Answer: 5 — The coefficient is the number multiplying the variable: 5.
Easy
2. Which pair below are LIKE terms?
3x and 7x
3x and 3x^2
5x^2 and 5y^2
2x and 2
Answer: 3x and 7x — 3x and 7x share the same variable x raised to the same power (1), so they are like terms.
