Writing Equations- 6th Period

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What operation do these terms mean: difference, decreased by, less than?

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Subtraction

Front

8 is 2 less than the quotient of a number y and -2. Write the equation that represents this statement.

Back

Front

What operation do these terms mean: combined, increased by, more than?

Back

Addition

Front

Penelope is going to the carnival. It costs $20 to get in and ride tickets are $0.50 each. Write an equation if she spends $35 in total.

Back

.50x + 20 = 35

Front

What operation do these terms mean: quotient, divided by, half?

Back

Division

Front

What is the definition of an equation?

Back

An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

Front

What does it mean to solve an equation?

Back

To find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

Front

What is the difference between an expression and an equation?

Back

An expression does not have an equality sign, while an equation does.

Front

What does 'increased by' indicate in mathematical terms?

Back

It indicates addition.

Front

What does 'decreased by' indicate in mathematical terms?

Back

It indicates subtraction.