Translating Sentences to Equations

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Translate this phrase into an algebraic equation: Six fewer than twice a number is four.

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2x - 6 = 4

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Translate this phrase into an algebraic equation: Twice the sum of four times a number and ten is equal to seventy-two.

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2(4x + 10) = 72

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Translate this phrase into an algebraic equation: One third of a number increased by 7 is 13.

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1/3n + 7 = 13

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Translate this phrase into an algebraic equation: A number tripled subtracted from 60 is the same as 21.

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60 - 3c = 21

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Translate this phrase into an algebraic equation: 10 less than half a number is equivalent to 8.

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1/2x - 10 = 8

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Define 'variable' in the context of algebra.

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A symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an equation.

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What is an 'equation'?

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A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

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What does 'translate' mean in mathematics?

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To convert a verbal statement or phrase into a mathematical expression or equation.

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What is the meaning of 'sum' in algebra?

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The result of adding two or more numbers or expressions.

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What does 'difference' refer to in algebra?

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The result of subtracting one number or expression from another.