Algebra 1 · Expressions & Equations

Constant

Algebra 1 · Expressions & Equations

Definition

A constant is a term in an expression that is a fixed number and contains no variable.

Examples

  • In 4x + 9, the constant is 9.
  • In 2x - 5, the constant is -5.

Key rule

A constant never changes because it has no variable.

Memory hook

Constant = stays constant, no variable to move it.