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Constants In Algebra

What is a constant in algebra?

A constant is something that is constant.
A constant is something that does not vary.

The number we need to multiply the radius of a circle by to get the diametre is always 2.
Diametre of circle = 2 × Radius of circle

The number we need to multiply the side of an equilateral triangle by to get the perimeter is always 3.
Perimeter of equilateral triangle = 3 × Length of side

The number we need to multiply the diametre of a circle by to get the circumference is always π (pi)
Circumference of circle = π × Diametre of circle

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