6th Grade · Expressions & Equations
Coefficient
6.EE.A.2a
Definition
The number that multiplies a variable in a term, such as the 3 in 3x.
Examples
- In 3x, the coefficient is 3.
- 3x means 3 times x.
Key rule
The coefficient is the number attached to the variable.
Memory hook
The number riding along with the variable.