Translating words into 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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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does 'the product of' indicate in algebra?

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'The product of' indicates multiplication between two or more quantities.

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CCSS.HSA.APR.A.1

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How do you represent 'the sum of x and 3' in algebraic form?

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The sum of x and 3 is represented as x + 3.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2A

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What does 'the quantity' refer to in algebraic expressions?

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'The quantity' refers to a specific value or expression that is treated as a single unit in calculations.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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How do you express 'two times the quantity of x plus 2' in algebra?

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It is expressed as 2(x + 2).

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2A

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What does 'less than' indicate in algebraic expressions?

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'Less than' indicates subtraction, where the first quantity is decreased by the second quantity.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2A

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How do you represent 'the sum of 7 and x, minus 5' in algebraic form?

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It is represented as (7 + x) - 5.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2A

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What does 'divided by' signify in algebra?

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'Divided by' signifies division between two quantities.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2A

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How do you express 'the quantity x less than 2, divided by the quantity 13 more than y'?

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It is expressed as (2 - x) ÷ (y + 13).

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CCSS.7.EE.A.2

CCSS.HSA.SSE.A.2

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What is the difference between a term and an expression in algebra?

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A term is a single mathematical entity (like 3x or 5), while an expression is a combination of terms (like 3x + 5).

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B