Ah, I see you're curious about algebra, friend. Expressions that use a letter to represent an unknown quantity are called variables. They help us solve problems and equations by giving us a way to work with unknown values in a clear and organized manner. Just like adding colors to a painting, variables add depth and meaning to mathematical expressions.
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In mathematical expressions, a variable (a letter used to represent a certain value) represents an unknown or changeable value. It is often the variable x.
An unknown variable
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a variable.
an unknown quantity represented by a letter