Numeric/Written Expressions

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What is a numeric expression?

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A numeric expression is a mathematical phrase that includes numbers and operations (like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) but does not include any variables.

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What is a written expression?

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A written expression is a phrase that describes a mathematical operation using words instead of numbers and symbols.

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How do you translate 'five less than a number' into a numeric expression?

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If 'x' is the number, it translates to 'x - 5'.

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What does 'the sum of two numbers' mean in numeric terms?

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It means to add the two numbers together, represented as 'a + b'.

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Translate 'the product of eight and four' into a numeric expression.

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It is represented as '8 x 4'.

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What does 'more than' indicate in a written expression?

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It indicates addition; for example, '5 more than 3' translates to '3 + 5'.

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How do you express 'the difference of two numbers' in numeric terms?

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It is expressed as 'a - b', where 'a' and 'b' are the two numbers.

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What is the numeric expression for 'four less than the sum of 7 and 3'?

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It is represented as '(7 + 3) - 4'.

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How do you express 'fifteen less than the product of eight and four'?

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It is represented as '(8 x 4) - 15'.

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What is the numeric expression for 'four less than 16'?

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It is represented as '16 - 4'.