6th Grade · Expressions & Equations
Algebraic Expression
6.EE.A.2a
Definition
An expression that includes at least one variable along with numbers and operations.
Examples
- 2n + 5 is an algebraic expression — it has a variable.
- It combines a coefficient, variable, and constant.
Key rule
An algebraic expression must contain at least one variable.
Memory hook
Numbers, a letter, and operations, mixed together.