4.8 Writing One-Step Algebraic Expressions Day 2

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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 'the sum of 6 and a number, n' represent in algebraic form?

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6 + n

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How do you express '5 less than a number, j' in algebraic form?

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j - 5

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If Maria has g dollars and Joseph has 4 times that amount, how is Joseph's amount expressed?

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4g

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What is the algebraic expression for 'students brought in 300 canned goods on Monday and x more on Tuesday'?

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300 + x

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If Ms. Boggs purchased p pencils, how many pencils did Mr. Gollow purchase if he bought triple as many?

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3p

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What does the term 'variable' mean in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an expression or equation.

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What is the difference between an expression and an equation?

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An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operations without an equality sign, while an equation states that two expressions are equal.

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How would you write 'the product of 7 and a number, x' in algebraic form?

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7x

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What does 'x divided by 4' look like in algebraic expression?

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x/4