Definition Of Constant Term

The Constant Term in an expression or equation has a fixed value and does not contain variables.

Example of Constant Term

The constant term in the equation 6x² - 3x + 5 is 5.

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Solved Example on Constant Term

Ques: Choose the value of the constant term in the expression, - 12x² + 5x +1.

Choices:

A. 5
B. 1 
C. 0 
D. - 12 
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Step 1: - 12x² + 5x +1. [Original expression.]
Step 2: The Constant Term in an algebraic expression or equation has a fixed value and does not contain variables.
Step 3: Therefore, 1 is the constant term in the expression, - 12x² + 5x +1.

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