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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What does the variable 'x' represent in algebra?

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In algebra, 'x' is often used as a symbol to represent an unknown value or quantity.

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How do you write an expression for '5 more than a number n'?

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n + 5

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What is the expression for 'twice a number x'?

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2x

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How do you express 'the sum of a number n and 10'?

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n + 10

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What does '25 less than a number n' mean in algebraic terms?

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n - 25

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How do you write an expression for 'the product of 4 and a number m'?

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4m

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What is the expression for 'Sarah has $55 and spends $3 for each of 3 shirts'?

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55 - 3(3) or 55 - 9

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How do you express 'the difference between a number t and 12'?

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t - 12

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What is the expression for 'Julie saved $265 and bought a sweater for d dollars'?

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265 - d