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 operation symbols. For example, 3x + 5 is an algebraic expression.

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What does 'n' typically represent in algebraic expressions?

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'n' usually represents a variable or an unknown number in algebraic expressions.

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How do you express '65 less than a number'?

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n - 65

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How do you express 'subtract a number from 10'?

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10 - n

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What does 'four times a number increased by 5' look like in algebraic form?

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5 + 4n

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How do you express 'a number decreased by 12'?

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n - 12

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What is the algebraic expression for 'the product of a number and eight'?

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8x

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What does 'increased by' mean in algebra?

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'Increased by' means to add a certain value to a number or variable.

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What does 'decreased by' mean in algebra?

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'Decreased by' means to subtract a certain value from a number or variable.

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What is the difference between 'sum' and 'difference' in algebra?

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'Sum' refers to the result of addition, while 'difference' refers to the result of subtraction.