Question

For each term, identify the coefficient (C) and the variable (V).

A.) 2x C_____ V_____

B.) 12z C_____ V_____

C.) m C_____ V_____

D.) 9df C_____ V____

Answer 1

A) C = 2, V = x
B) C = 12, V = z
C) C = 1, V = M
D) C = 9, V = df

When no coefficient is present, 1 is implied

Answer 2

A. Coefficient = 2, Variable = x
B. Coefficient = 12, Variable = z
C. Coefficient = 1, Variable = m
D. Coefficient = 9, Variable = df

coefficient means the number beside the variable in a term.

variable means the letter beside the coefficient in a term.