Writing equations from Word Problems

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What does the equation 7x + 2 = 30 represent?

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Buying pet turtles for $7 each plus two cans of turtle food cost $30.

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Write an equation for the number of shirts Lisa purchased if she bought 3 more than twice the number of pants.

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s = 3 + 2p

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Translate the verbal phrase 'The quotient of c and 16' into an algebraic expression.

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What equation models the scenario where Mallory spent $12.57 on sodas and $10.95 for each pizza, totaling $89.22?

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10.95x + 12.57 = 89.22

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Translate the phrase '2 times the difference of t and 11' into an algebraic expression.

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2(t - 11)

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A symbol (often a letter) that represents an unknown value.

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Define an equation.

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A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

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What is the purpose of writing equations from word problems?

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To translate real-world situations into mathematical expressions that can be solved.

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What does the term 'coefficient' mean in an algebraic expression?

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A numerical factor that multiplies a variable.

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What is the difference between an expression and an equation?

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An expression does not have an equality sign, while an equation does.