Write Algebraic Expressions

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What is an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that includes numbers, variables, and operations (like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).

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What is a numeric expression?

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A numeric expression is a mathematical phrase that includes only numbers and operations, without any variables.

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How do you translate the phrase '5 more than a number x' into an algebraic expression?

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x + 5

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How do you translate the phrase 'twice a number y' into an algebraic expression?

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2y

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What does the term 'variable' mean in algebra?

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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 algebraic expression and an equation?

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

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Translate the phrase 'the sum of a number z and 10' into an algebraic expression.

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z + 10

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Translate the phrase 'the product of 3 and a number n' into an algebraic expression.

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3n

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What is the algebraic expression for '7 less than a number m'?

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m - 7

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How do you express 'the difference between 12 and a number p' in algebraic form?

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12 - p