Writing Algebraic Expressions

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Twice a number h

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2h

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8w is translated as

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8 times w, w multiplied by 8, the product of 8 and a number (all of the above)

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Five less than a number k

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k - 5

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How many terms are there in the expression? 3x + 4r + 8

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3

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Twelve less than a number

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n - 12

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What is an algebraic expression?

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A mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables, and operation symbols.

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What does the term 'variable' mean?

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A symbol, often a letter, that represents one or more numbers.

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What is a coefficient?

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A numerical factor in a term of an algebraic expression.

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What is the difference between an expression and an equation?

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

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What does 'the sum of a number x and 7' translate to?

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x + 7