Writing Algebraic Expressions

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What is an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables, and operational symbols (such as +, -, *, /) but does not have an equality sign.

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How do you represent 'a number' in algebraic expressions?

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A number is typically represented by a variable, such as x, y, or any other letter.

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Translate the phrase 'the sum of a number and 5' into an algebraic expression.

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x + 5, where x represents the unknown number.

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What does it mean to subtract a number from another number in algebraic terms?

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It means to take one number away from another, represented as 'a - b', where a is the number being subtracted from and b is the number being subtracted.

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How would you express '3 times a number' in algebraic form?

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3x, where x is the variable representing the unknown number.

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What is the algebraic expression for 'the difference of 20 and a number'?

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20 - x, where x is the variable.

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What does the phrase '2 times the sum of a number and 15' translate to in algebraic expression?

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2(B + 15), where B is the variable.

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How do you express 'the sum of 11 and a number' in algebraic terms?

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11 + x, where x is the variable.

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What is the equation that represents Maria's bank deposit situation?

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100 + d = 280, where d is the amount deposited.

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What are the components of an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression can include variables, constants, and operational symbols.