Translating equations

Front

Fifteen less than half a number is equivalent to eleven. Write the equation.

Back

(1/2)x - 15 = 11

Front

Eight less than three times a number is equivalent to thirty four. Write the equation.

Back

3x - 8 = 34

Front

What does 'difference' mean in mathematical terms?

Back

Subtract

Front

Solve for x: -3x + 1 = 7

Back

x = -2

Front

What does 'product' mean in mathematical terms?

Back

Multiply

Front

Translate the phrase: 'The sum of a number and 5 is 12.'

Back

x + 5 = 12

Front

Translate the phrase: 'Twice a number decreased by 4 equals 10.'

Back

2x - 4 = 10

Front

What is the equation for 'Four times a number is equal to twenty'?

Back

4x = 20

Front

Translate the phrase: 'The difference between a number and 9 is 3.'

Back

x - 9 = 3

Front

What does 'quotient' mean in mathematical terms?

Back

Divide