6th Grade · Expressions & Equations

Constant

6.EE.A.2a

Definition

A fixed number in an expression that does not change and has no variable.

Teach it

Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.

Examples

  • In 3x + 7, the constant is 7.
  • A constant is a number on its own.

Key rule

A constant's value never changes, no matter what the variable does.

Memory hook

No variable attached — just a fixed number.