Properties and 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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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does it mean to write an expression for a situation?

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Writing an expression for a situation involves translating a word problem or real-life scenario into a mathematical expression using variables and constants.

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CCSS.HSA-SSE.A.1A

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How do you represent a fixed cost in an expression?

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A fixed cost in an expression is represented as a constant term that does not change regardless of the variable's value.

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CCSS.HSA-SSE.A.1A

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What is the variable in the expression 33 + 4m?

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In the expression 33 + 4m, 'm' is the variable that represents the number of miles driven.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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How do you express 'twice a number' in algebraic terms?

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'Twice a number' can be expressed as 2 times the variable representing that number, such as 2p if 'p' is the number.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6

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What does 'more than' indicate in an expression?

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'More than' indicates addition in an expression. For example, '6 more than x' is expressed as x + 6.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2A

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How do you express a quotient in algebra?

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A quotient is expressed using a fraction. For example, 'the quotient of 24 and x' is written as 24/x.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2A

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What is the product of two variables?

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The product of two variables is expressed by multiplying them together, such as 4c, where 4 is multiplied by the variable c.

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CCSS.HSA.APR.A.1

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What is the difference between a constant and a variable in an expression?

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A constant is a fixed value that does not change, while a variable is a symbol that represents an unknown value and can change.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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How do you write an expression for a situation involving a variable?

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To write an expression for a situation involving a variable, identify the quantities involved, assign variables to unknowns, and use mathematical operations to represent relationships.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6