Written Expressions Flashcard

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What is a mathematical expression?

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A mathematical expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operators (such as +, -, ×, ÷) that represents a value.

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What does 'quotient' mean in mathematics?

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The quotient is the result of dividing one number by another.

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How do you write 'the quotient of fifteen and three minus four' as a mathematical expression?

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15 ÷ 3 - 4

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What does 'difference' refer to in mathematics?

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The difference is the result of subtracting one number from another.

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How do you express '3 times the difference between 8 and 3' mathematically?

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3 x (8 - 3)

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What does 'triple' mean?

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To triple a number means to multiply it by 3.

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How do you express 'three times the difference between eighteen and thirteen' mathematically?

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3 x (18 - 13)

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What does 'half' mean in mathematical terms?

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To take half of a number means to divide it by 2.

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How do you express 'Dilan has half the amount of days as Mr. Agunod' mathematically if Mr. Agunod has triple the days of Victoria?

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(30 x 3) ÷ 2

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How do you express 'Kaylee has half of Tyshon's stuffed animals' if Tyshon has triple the amount of Jordan's 10 stuffed animals?

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(10 x 3) ÷ 2