Translating Equations

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What is the equation for 'One third the sum of a number and fifteen is eight'?

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(1/3)(x + 15) = 8

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What is the equation for 'Five less than twice a number is equivalent to thirty'?

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2x - 5 = 30

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What is the equation for 'Fifteen less than half a number is equivalent to eleven'?

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(1/2)x - 15 = 11

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What is the equation for 'Twice the sum of four times a number and ten is equal to seventy two'?

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2(4x + 10) = 72

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What is the equation for 'One quarter the difference of a number and twenty eight is equal to nine'?

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(1/4)(x - 28) = 9

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Define 'variable' in the context of algebra.

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A symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an equation.

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What does 'equivalent' mean in mathematical terms?

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Having the same value or amount; two expressions that yield the same result.

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What is the purpose of translating verbal expressions into equations?

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To solve problems by representing real-world situations mathematically.

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What is a 'coefficient' in an algebraic expression?

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A numerical factor that multiplies a variable.

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What does 'sum' refer to in mathematics?

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The result of adding two or more numbers together.