Writing and Interpreting 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 (like +, -, *, /).

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What does 'increased by' mean in algebra?

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'Increased by' means to add a number to another number or variable.

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Write an algebraic expression for the math phrase '10 increased by a number'.

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10 + n

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What does 'twice a number' mean in algebra?

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'Twice a number' means to multiply that number by 2.

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Write an algebraic expression for the math phrase 'twice a number'.

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2n

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What does 'more than' indicate in an expression?

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'More than' indicates addition to a number or variable.

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Write an algebraic expression for the math phrase '3 more than twice a number'.

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2n + 3

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What does 'the sum of' mean in algebra?

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'The sum of' means to add two or more numbers or variables together.

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Write an algebraic expression for the math phrase 'the sum of a number and four'.

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n + 4

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What does 'the quotient of' mean in algebra?

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'The quotient of' refers to the result of dividing one number or variable by another.