Translating Equations Flashcard

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What is the algebraic expression for 'Sixteen more than five times a number'?

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5x + 16

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Translate 'The difference between a number and 10 is 15' into an algebraic equation.

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x - 10 = 15

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What is the algebraic expression for 'Twice the sum of four times a number and ten'?

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2(4x + 10)

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Translate 'Five less than twice a number is thirty' into an algebraic equation.

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2x - 5 = 30

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What is the algebraic expression for 'The difference between a number and 8 is 20'?

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x - 8 = 20

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Define 'algebraic equation'.

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An equation that includes variables and constants, typically involving operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

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What does 'translate' mean in the context of mathematics?

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To convert a word problem or verbal statement into a mathematical expression or equation.

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What is the first step in translating a word problem into an equation?

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Identify the key quantities and relationships described in the problem.

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What does 'twice' indicate in a mathematical expression?

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It indicates that a quantity should be multiplied by 2.

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What does 'the sum of' indicate in a mathematical expression?

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It indicates that two or more quantities should be added together.