Writing Expressions from Word Problems

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What is an expression in mathematics?

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An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operators (such as +, -, *, /) that represents a value.

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How do you represent '7 fewer than x' in an expression?

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What does it mean to write an expression for a word problem?

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It means to translate the words of the problem into a mathematical expression that can be evaluated or solved.

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If the temperature is d degrees and it is 30 degrees colder, how do you express the new temperature?

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How do you find the number of empty seats on a plane with 100 seats and p passengers?

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What is the cost of parking if it is a fixed amount of $12?

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If tickets cost $10 each and there are p people, how do you express the total ticket cost?

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How do you express the total cost for parking and tickets for p people?

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If Rebecca paid $324 for x tickets, how do you express the cost of each ticket?

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What does 'fewer than' indicate in a mathematical expression?

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It indicates subtraction from a given quantity.