Writing Algebraic Expressions and Solving Problems

What is the main focus of Lesson 5.2?

• Solving quadratic equations

• Writing and solving algebraic expressions

• Graphing linear equations

• Understanding geometric shapes

How would you write 'eight fewer than 21' as an algebraic expression?

• 8 + 21

• 21 - 8

• 21 + 8

• 8 - 21

What does the word 'product' indicate in an algebraic expression?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Division

How would you write '14 more than a number x' as an algebraic expression?

• x - 14

• 14 + x

• 14 - x

• x + 14

What does the word 'quotient' indicate in an algebraic expression?

• Division

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Addition

Which of the following represents 'the quotient of 3 and a number z'?

• 3 / z

• 3 * z

• 3 - z

• 3 + z

If M represents the length of Interstate 15, which expression represents the length of Interstate 90, which is 153.7 miles more than twice the length of Interstate 15?

• M + 153.7

• 2M - 153.7

• 2M + 153.7

• 153.7 - 2M

What is the initial height of the cypress tree when it is planted?

• 5 inches

• 15 inches

• 10 inches

• 20 inches

How much does the height of the cypress tree increase each year?

• 10 inches

• 20 inches

• 15 inches

• 5 inches

What is the height of the cypress tree after 9 years?

• 155 inches

• 145 inches

• 135 inches

• 150 inches