Writing algebraic expressions

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Define an algebraic expression.

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables, and operation symbols (like +, -, ×, ÷). It does not have an equality sign.

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol (often a letter) that represents an unknown value in an algebraic expression or equation.

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What does '25 more than y' translate to in algebraic expression?

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y + 25

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How do you express '80 more than B' in algebraic terms?

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B + 80

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Translate '6 fewer than twice t' into an algebraic expression.

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2t - 6

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What is the algebraic expression for '4 divided by twice w'?

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4 / (2w)

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How do you express '3 times the sum of c and g' in algebraic form?

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3(c + g)

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What is the difference between an expression and an equation?

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An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operations without an equality sign, while an equation states that two expressions are equal.

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What does it mean to simplify an algebraic expression?

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To simplify an algebraic expression means to combine like terms and reduce it to its simplest form.

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What are like terms in algebra?

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Like terms are terms that have the same variable raised to the same power. For example, 3x and 5x are like terms.