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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How do you represent '65 less than a number' algebraically?

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n - 65

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What does 'the quotient of a number and 20' mean in algebraic terms?

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It is represented as \( \frac{x}{20} \).

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How can you express 'subtract a number from 10' in algebraic form?

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10 - n

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What is the algebraic expression for 'the total of twice a number and six'?

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2x + 6

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How do you write 'the product of a number and eight' in algebraic notation?

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8x

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What is a variable in an algebraic expression?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an expression or equation.

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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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How do you translate the phrase 'three times a number' into an algebraic expression?

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3n

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What does 'the sum of a number and 12' look like in algebraic form?

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n + 12