The video tutorial explains how to translate verbal expressions into algebraic expressions, focusing on understanding keywords and operations. It uses the example of '91 more than the square of a number' to illustrate the process. The instructor emphasizes the importance of recognizing keywords like 'more than' for addition and explains the concept of squaring a number. The tutorial also addresses common misunderstandings, such as the order of addition, and highlights the importance of clarity in mathematical expressions.

What is a verbal expression?

• A numerical calculation

• A type of algebraic expression

• A written description of a mathematical expression

• A mathematical equation

Which keyword indicates addition in a verbal expression?

• Divided by

• Multiplied by

• More than

• Less than

How would you represent 'the square of a number' in algebraic terms?

• a/2

• 2a

• a^2

• a + 2

Why is it important to understand the order of operations?

• To ensure calculations are done correctly

• To make equations look complex

• To solve equations faster

• To avoid using variables

What does the term 'commutative' mean in mathematics?

• The order of operations matters

• The order of addition or multiplication does not matter

• Subtraction and division are the same

• Variables can be any number

In the expression '91 more than the square of a number', what does 'more than' imply?

• Subtraction

• Addition

• Multiplication

• Division

How would you express '91 more than the square of a number' algebraically?

• 91 - a^2

• a^2 + 91

• a^2 / 91

• 91 * a^2