Algebra Basics Bellringer

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Write an algebraic expression for: 35 decreased by a number

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35 - n

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To double a number means to multiply by what number?

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2

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Simplify by combining like terms: 5a + 2b - 3a + 4

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2a + 2b + 4

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Mary must read a minimum of 5 books over the summer for her English class. Write the inequality.

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b ≥ 5

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Translate to an algebraic expression: 5 times a number decreased by 17

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5n - 17

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What is an algebraic expression?

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A mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables, and operation symbols.

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What does it mean to combine like terms?

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To simplify an expression by adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A symbol, often a letter, that represents one or more numbers.

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What is the difference between an equation and an expression?

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An equation states that two expressions are equal, while an expression does not include an equality sign.

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What does it mean to evaluate an expression?

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To calculate the value of an expression by substituting numbers for variables.