Writing and Solving 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, 3x + 5 is an algebraic expression.

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How do you write 'three more cookies than are in the jar' as an expression?

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C + 3, where C represents the number of cookies in the jar.

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What does the variable 'v' represent in the expression v/5 + 9?

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In this context, 'v' is a variable that can take any numerical value.

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Evaluate the expression v/5 + 9 when v = 0.

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9.

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What is the result of evaluating the expression 8a - b when a = 10 and b = 6?

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74.

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How do you express 'the sum of 12 and t' in algebraic form?

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12 + t.

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What does 'four times as many apples' translate to in algebraic expression?

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4a, where a represents the number of apples.

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

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What is the purpose of simplifying an algebraic expression?

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Simplifying an expression makes it easier to work with and understand, often reducing it to its most basic form.

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What is a coefficient in an algebraic expression?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor that multiplies a variable. For example, in 5x, 5 is the coefficient.