3.2 Writing Algebraic Expressions

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Which word is your clue to subtract?

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decrease

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The quotient of x and 8.

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x/8

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Twice the sum of x and 4.

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2(x + 4)

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In the expression 7x + 4, the '4' is which part of the expression?

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constant

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Which choice is the correct algebraic translation of '9 fewer than a number p'?

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p - 9

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What is an algebraic expression?

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A mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables, and operations.

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What does the term 'coefficient' refer to in an expression?

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A number that multiplies a variable.

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What is the difference between a variable and a constant?

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A variable represents a value that can change, while a constant is a fixed value.

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How do you translate '3 times a number x' into an algebraic expression?

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3x

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What does 'sum' mean in algebraic expressions?

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The result of adding two or more numbers or expressions.