What is algebra and why do we use it?

Algebra is a part of mathematics in which letters or symbols are used to represent either a known constant or an unknown value. Algebra is often used within formulae in which we can extrapolate an answer, an example being the 'Quadratic Equation'.

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Why do we use simultaneous equations?


c is a positive integer. Prove that (6c^3 + 30c) / (3c^2 +15) is an even number.


An isosceles triangle has a base with length x+4 and the other two sides have length x+3. The perimeter of this isosceles triangle is 16cm. Find the area of the triangle.


Solve 3x^2 + 5x +2