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, 3x + 5 is an algebraic expression.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does the variable 'm' represent in an expression?

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In an expression, 'm' typically represents a variable that can take on different values. It is often used to denote an unknown quantity.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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How do you evaluate an expression?

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To evaluate an expression, substitute the values of the variables into the expression and perform the operations according to the order of operations.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What is the order of operations in mathematics?

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The order of operations is a set of rules that dictates the sequence in which calculations are performed: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right). This is often remembered by the acronym PEMDAS.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.3

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What is the expression for '5 more than x'?

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The expression for '5 more than x' is x + 5.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2A

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If x = 2, what is the value of 3x + 4?

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If x = 2, then 3x + 4 = 3(2) + 4 = 6 + 4 = 10.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What does the expression 45m + 20 represent?

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The expression 45m + 20 represents a total cost where 45 is the monthly charge per month (m) and 20 is a one-time activation fee.

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CCSS.HSA-SSE.A.1A

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How do you write an expression for 'twice a number decreased by 7'?

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The expression for 'twice a number decreased by 7' is 2x - 7, where x is the number.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6

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What is the value of the expression 5 + 4x when x = 10?

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When x = 10, the value of the expression 5 + 4x is 5 + 4(10) = 5 + 40 = 45.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What is the expression for 'the total cost of bowling n games with a shoe rental fee of 2'?

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The expression is 5n + 2, where 5 is the cost per game and 2 is the shoe rental fee.

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CCSS.HSF.LE.B.5