WRITING AND EVALUATING EXPRESSIONS

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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, 5n + 2 is an algebraic expression.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does the variable 'n' represent in the expression 5n + 2?

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In the expression 5n + 2, 'n' represents a number that can change or vary, often referred to as a variable.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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How do you evaluate the expression 5n + 2 for n = 3?

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To evaluate 5n + 2 for n = 3, substitute 3 for n: 5(3) + 2 = 15 + 2 = 17.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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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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Mr. Gollow purchased 3p pencils.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6

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What is the expression for the total number of people that can sit at t tables if each table seats 10 people?

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The expression is 10t.

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CCSS.HSA-SSE.A.1A

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What is the sum of 14 and x represented as an expression?

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The sum is represented as 14 + x.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2A

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If Mr. O'Neal has 165 comic books and acquires 8 new comics each month, what is the expression for the total number of comic books after m months?

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The expression is 165 + 8m.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6

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How many comic books will Mr. O'Neal have after 3 months if he starts with 165?

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After 3 months, he will have 189 comic books.

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CCSS.HSF.BF.A.2

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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 and variables without an equality sign, while an equation states that two expressions are equal.

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What does it mean to evaluate an expression?

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To evaluate an expression means to calculate its value by substituting the variables with specific numbers.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C