Writing Algebraic Expressions

Grade 9β€’45 minutes

Learning Objective

I can translate simple verbal phrases (like "a number plus five") into algebraic expressions using variables and operations.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. Write an algebraic expression for "the sum of a number and twelve, all divided by two".

2. Translate "seven less than the product of a number and four" into an algebraic expression.

3. Write an algebraic expression for "triple a number, decreased by one".

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