Algebra
Definition of Algebra

• Algebra is a branch of mathematics that deals in representing numbers through variables.
• Algebra also deals with symbols, relations, functions, and equations.

More about Algebra

• Algebra can mainly be divided into two parts, elementary Algebra and abstract Algebra or modern algebra.

Example of Algebra

• 5 + a = 12
  Here, the Variable ‘a’ represents a whole number and it can be solved to find its actual value. ‘a’ must be equal to 7 as 5 + 7 = 12.

Solved Example on Algebra

Solve the equation.
y - 8 = 12
Choices:
A. 4
B. 20
C. 96
D. 9
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Step 1: y - 8 = 12 [Original Equation.]
Step 2: y - 8 + 8 = 12 + 8 [Add 8 on each side to isolate the Variable y.]
Step 3: y = 20 [Add 12 and 8 to get 20.]

Related Terms for Algebra

• Functions
• Numbers
• Relation
• Simple Equation
• Symbols
• Variable

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