Translating Verbal Expressions and Equations

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Translate the algebraic equation into a verbal equation: y + 30 = 42

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30 more than a number, y, is 42

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Translate the algebraic equation into a verbal equation: r - 5 = 15

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5 less than a number, r, is 15

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Translate the algebraic equation into a verbal equation: c - 6 = 23

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The number, c, decreased by 6 is 23

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Translate the algebraic equation into a verbal equation: s + 5 = 20

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5 more than a number, s, is 20

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Mike is 6 years younger than Iris. What expression can be used to find Mike’s age?

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a - 6

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What is a verbal expression?

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A verbal expression is a mathematical phrase written in words.

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What is an algebraic expression?

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

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What does 'increased by' mean in algebra?

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'Increased by' means to add a number to another number.

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What does 'decreased by' mean in algebra?

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'Decreased by' means to subtract a number from another number.

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Translate the verbal expression: 'The sum of a number and 10' into an algebraic expression.

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x + 10