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What is an expression in mathematics?

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An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operators (such as +, -, *, /) that represents a value.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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How do you represent a quantity that is 'more than' another quantity in an expression?

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You add the additional amount to the original quantity. For example, if Sarah has D dogs and Emily has two more, the expression is D + 2.

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How do you represent a quantity that is 'less than' another quantity in an expression?

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You subtract the amount from the original quantity. For example, if Harry has P pencils and John has 4 less, the expression is P - 4.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6

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What is the expression for a length that is a certain number of inches longer than another length?

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You add the additional inches to the original length. For example, if the desk is D inches long and the table is 12 inches longer, the expression is D + 12.

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How do you find the area of one section of a garden divided into equal parts?

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You divide the total area by the number of sections. For example, if the garden has an area of A square feet and is divided into 8 sections, the expression is A / 8.

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What does the variable 'D' typically represent in expressions?

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The variable 'D' can represent any quantity, such as the number of dogs, length in inches, or any other measurable amount.

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What does the variable 'A' typically represent in expressions?

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The variable 'A' usually represents an area, such as the total area of a garden or space.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6

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What does the variable 'P' typically represent in expressions?

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The variable 'P' usually represents a quantity, such as the number of pencils someone has.

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What is the significance of using variables in expressions?

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Variables allow us to represent unknown quantities and create general formulas that can be applied to various situations.

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How can you express a relationship between two quantities using expressions?

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You can express relationships by using addition or subtraction to show how one quantity is related to another, such as 'more than' or 'less than'.

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