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 it mean to 'add' in algebraic expressions?

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In algebraic expressions, 'add' means to combine two or more quantities. For example, 'eight added to a number y' is written as y + 8.

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How do you represent 'four times' a number in algebra?

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'Four times' a number is represented by multiplying the number by 4. For example, 'four times a number k' is written as 4k.

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What is the difference between a number and another number in algebra?

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The difference is found by subtracting one number from another. For example, 'the difference of a number k and sixteen' is written as k - 16.

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How do you express 'the product of a number and a constant'?

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The product of a number and a constant is represented by multiplying them together. For example, 'the product of a number s and 5' is written as 5s.

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What does 'the quotient of two numbers' mean?

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The quotient is the result of dividing one number by another. For example, 'the quotient of j and 12' is written as j/12.

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How do you express 'less than' in algebraic terms?

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'Less than' indicates subtraction. For example, '14 less than a number x' is written as x - 14.

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What does 'divided by' mean in algebra?

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'Divided by' indicates division. For example, 'a number x divided by 3' is written as x/3.

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How do you write 'nine more than' a number?

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'Nine more than' a number means to add 9 to that number. For example, 'nine more than j' is written as j + 9.

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What is the algebraic expression for 'the difference of 9 and j'?

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The difference of 9 and j is written as 9 - j.