ACT Prep Math Flashcard

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Width (W) Increased by 11

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W + 11

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Jack's sales were 15% less than Linda's

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J = L - 15%L

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7 Less Than Y

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Y - 7

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Length (L) Decreased by 12

Back

L - 12

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8 minus a number (N)

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8 - N

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Definition of a variable in algebra

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A symbol used to represent an unknown value.

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What does it mean to decrease a quantity by a certain amount?

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To subtract that amount from the original quantity.

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What is the formula for calculating a percentage decrease?

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New Value = Original Value - (Percentage * Original Value)

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How to express 'x increased by 5' in algebraic terms?

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x + 5

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What does 'less than' indicate in mathematical expressions?

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It indicates subtraction from a given number.