6th Grade · Expressions & Equations

Term

6.EE.A.3

Definition

A single part of an expression separated by addition or subtraction signs.

Examples

  • 4x + 7 - 2y has three terms: 4x, 7, and 2y.
  • Terms are separated by + and - signs.

Key rule

Count the + and - signs to find how many terms there are.

Memory hook

Split the expression at the + and - signs.