Writing 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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How do you represent 'the sum of a number x and 5' in algebraic form?

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x + 5

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What does 'decreased by' indicate in an algebraic expression?

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It indicates subtraction. For example, 'x decreased by 4' is represented as x - 4.

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How do you express 'twice a number n' in algebraic form?

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2n

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What is the algebraic expression for 'the difference of a number m and 7'?

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m - 7

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How do you write '3 more than a number p' in algebraic form?

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p + 3

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What does 'the product of 5 and a number k' mean in algebraic terms?

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5k

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How do you express 'the quotient of a number q and 2'?

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q / 2

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What is the algebraic expression for 'the sum of 10 and three times a number x'?

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10 + 3x

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How do you represent 'the square of a number y' in algebraic form?

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y^2