What is a variable?

Our focus here is understanding that a variable is just a letter or symbol (usually a lower case letter) that can represent different values in an expression. We got this. Just watch.
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Direct Link: https://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/introduction-to-algebra/variable-and-expressions/v/what-is-a-variable

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Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 6, 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators, Students
Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Speakers/Headphones
Keywords: variables, expression, equation, inequality
Instructional Component Type(s): Tutorial,  Video/Audio/Animation, 
Resource Collection: Secondary Math specific existing tutorials

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