Writing Expressions

Writing Expressions

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Mathematics

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an expression in mathematics?

Back

An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operators (like +, -, ×, ÷) that represents a value.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to evaluate an expression?

Back

To evaluate an expression means to calculate its value by substituting numbers for the variables and performing the operations.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the distributive property?

Back

The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac, meaning you can distribute a number across a sum.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you write an expression for 'the sum of a number and 5'?

Back

You can write it as x + 5, where x represents the unknown number.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a numerical expression?

Back

A numerical expression is a mathematical phrase that includes numbers and operations but no variables.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you translate 'three times a number' into an expression?

Back

You can write it as 3x, where x is the number.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'subtract' mean in mathematical terms?

Back

Subtract means to take one number away from another, represented by the minus sign (-).

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