Writing Algebraic 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. It does not have an equality sign.

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Translate '6 fewer than twice t' into an algebraic expression.

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2t - 6

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Translate 'The difference of 3 times a number and 7' using variable n.

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3n - 7

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If a basketball team bought 18 T-shirts and each member gets t T-shirts, how many members are there?

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If c represents the cookies Joe bought, how much does he split between himself and 3 siblings?

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Write a verbal expression for 2a + 6.

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6 more than the product of 2 times a.

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What does the term 'variable' mean in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol, usually a letter, that represents an unknown value.

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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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Translate 'the sum of a number x and 5' into an algebraic expression.

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x + 5

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What is the algebraic expression for '4 times a number y decreased by 3'?

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4y - 3