Writing algebraic expressions

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What is 30% of the sum of c and g?

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0.30(c+g)

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What is 30% off the price, P?

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0.70P

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What is 82% of N?

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0.82N

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What is 25% more than y?

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y+0.25y

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What is 45 more than half of F?

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½F+45

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Define an algebraic expression.

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables, and operation symbols.

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What does it mean to simplify an algebraic expression?

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To simplify an algebraic expression means to combine like terms and reduce it to its simplest form.

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What is a variable in algebra?

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

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What is the difference between an equation and an expression?

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An equation states that two expressions are equal, while an expression does not include an equality sign.

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What is the distributive property?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac.