Translating 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. For example, 2x + 3 is an algebraic expression.

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Translate: 16 less than b

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b - 16

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Translate: 2 times the sum of y and 5

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2(y + 5)

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Translate: twelve less than a number x

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x - 12

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Translate: Five times Mike's age, increased by nine

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5x + 9

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Translate: 76 decreased by x

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76 - x

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What does 'increased by' mean in algebraic expressions?

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'Increased by' means to add a number to another number or expression. For example, 'x increased by 5' translates to x + 5.

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What does 'decreased by' mean in algebraic expressions?

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'Decreased by' means to subtract a number from another number or expression. For example, 'x decreased by 3' translates to x - 3.

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What is the difference between 'times' and 'sum' in algebraic expressions?

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'Times' indicates multiplication, while 'sum' indicates addition. For example, '2 times x' is 2x, and 'the sum of x and 3' is x + 3.

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Translate: 3 times a number n, decreased by 4

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3n - 4