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-65 times the difference between a number and 79 is equal to the number plus 98
-65 times the difference between a number and 79 is equal to the number plus 98 The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable. Let's call it x. The first expression, [I]the difference between a number and 79[/I] means we subtract 79 from our arbitrary variable of x: x - 79 Next, -65 times the difference between a number and 79 means we multiply our result above by -65: -65(x - 79) The phrase [I]the number[/I] refers to the arbitrary variable x earlier. The number plus 98 means we add 98 to x: x + 98 Now, let's bring it all together. The phrase [I]is equal to[/I] means an equation. So we set -65(x - 79) equal to x + [B]98: -65(x - 79) = x + 98[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If the problem asks you to take it a step further and solve for x, then you [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=-65%28x-79%29%3Dx%2B98&pl=Solve']type this equation into our search engine[/URL], and you get: x = [B]76.31818[/B]

1/2 of x and 10 is 30. Find the x.
1/2 of x and 10 is 30. Find the x. x and 10 means we add: x + 10 1/2 of this: 1/2(x + 10) The phrase is means equal to, so we set 1/2(x + 10) equal to 30 for our algebraic expression [B]1/2(x + 10) = 30[/B]

1/4 of the difference of 6 and a number is 200
1/4 of the difference of 6 and a number is 200 Take this [B]algebraic expression[/B] in 4 parts: [LIST=1] [*]The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x [*]The difference of 6 and a number means we subtract x from 6: 6 - x [*]1/4 of the difference means we divide 6 - x by 4: (6 - x)/4 [*]Finally, the phrase [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set (6 - x)/4 equal to 200 [/LIST] [B](6 - x)/4 = 200[/B]

10 divided by the sum of 4 and u
10 divided by the sum of 4 and u Take this algebraic expression in parts: The sum of 4 and u means we add 4 to u: 4 + u Next, we divide 10 by this sum: [B]10/(4 + u)[/B]

10 times a number is 420
10 times a number is 420 A number denotes an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. 10 times a number: 10x The phrase is means equal to, so we set 10x equal to 420 [B]10x = 420 <-- This is our algebraic expression [/B] If you want to solve for x, use our [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=10x%3D420&pl=Solve']equation calculator[/URL] We get x = 42

108 times a, reduced by 147 is k subtracted from 56
108 times a, reduced by 147 is k subtracted from 56 Take this algebraic expression in pieces: Step 1: 108 times a: 108a Step 2: Reduced by means subtract, so we subtract 47 from 108a: 108a - 47 Step 3: ksubtracted from 56: 56 - k Step 4: The phrase [I]is[/I] means equal to, so we set 108a - 47 equal to 56 - k [B]108a - 47 = 56 - k [MEDIA=youtube]KrY6uzKeeB0[/MEDIA][/B]

12 divided into groups of s
12 divided into groups of s We build our algebraic expression as follows: [B]12/s[/B]

12 plus 6 times a number is 9 times the number
12 plus 6 times a number is 9 times the number The phrase [I]a number [/I]means an arbitrary variable. Let's call it x. 6 times a number is written as: 6x 12 plus 6 times the number means we add 6x to 12: 12 + 6x 9 times a number is written as: 9x The phrase [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 12 + 6x equal to 9x [B]12 + 6x = 9x <-- This is our algebraic expression[/B] [B][/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x, then you [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=12%2B6x%3D9x&pl=Solve']type this expression into our search engine[/URL] and you get: x = [B]4[/B]

132 is 393 multiplied by y
132 is 393 multiplied by y 393 multiplied by y 393y The word [I]is[/I] means equal to, so we set 393y equal to 132 as our algebraic expression [B]393y = 132 [/B] If you need to solve for y, use our [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=393y%3D132&pl=Solve']equation calculator[/URL]

15 added to the quotient of 8 and a number is 7.
15 added to the quotient of 8 and a number is 7. Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [LIST] [*]The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable. Let's call it x. [*]The quotient of 8 and a number: 8/x [*]15 added to this quotient: 8/x + 15 [*]The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 8/x + 15 equal to 7 [/LIST] [B]8/x + 15 = 7[/B]

16 decreased by 3 times the sum of 3 and a number
16 decreased by 3 times the sum of 3 and a number Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable. Let's call it x. [*]The sum of 3 and a number: 3 + x [*]3 times the sum: 3(3 + x) [*]16 decreased by... means we subtract 3(3 + x) from 16 [/LIST] [B]3(3 + x) from 16[/B]

18 seconds faster than Tina’s time
18 seconds faster than Tina’s time Let Tina's time be t. Speaking in terms of time, faster means less. So we have an algebraic expression of: [B]t - 18[/B]

19 decreased by the absolute value of c
19 decreased by the absolute value of c Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]Absolute value of c: |c| [*]19 decreased by the absolute value of c is found by subtracting |c| from 19 [/LIST] [B]19 - |c|[/B]

2 times a number equals that number plus 5
2 times a number equals that number plus 5 The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. 2 times a number means we multiply 2 by x: 2x That number plus 5 means we add 5 to the number x x + 5 The phrase [I]equals[/I] means we set both expressions equal to each other [B]2x = x + 5[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If you want to take this further and solve this equation for x, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=2x%3Dx%2B5&pl=Solve']type this expression in the search engine[/URL] and we get: [B]x = 5[/B]

2 times the sum of 7 times a number and 4
2 times the sum of 7 times a number and 4 This is an algebraic expression. Let's take it in 4 parts: [LIST=1] [*]The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. [*]7 times a number means we multiply x by 7: 7x [*]The sum of 7 times a number and 4 means we add 4 to 7x: 7x + 4 [*]Finally, we multiply the sum in #3 by 2 [/LIST] Build our final algebraic expression: [B]2(7x + 4)[/B]

20 yards longer than p
20 yards longer than p We want to build an algebraic expression. Longer means we add 20 to p: [B]p + 20[/B]

217 times u, reduced by 180 is the same as q
217 times u, reduced by 180 is the same as q. Take this algebraic expression pieces: Step 1: 217 times u We multiply the variable u by 217 217u Step 2: reduced by 180 Subtract 180 from 217u 217u - 180 The phrase [I]is the same as[/I] means an equation, so we set 217u - 180 equal to q [B]217u - 180 = q[/B]

223 subtracted from the quantity 350 times a is equal to b
223 subtracted from the quantity 350 times a is equal to b Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]the quantity 350 times a: 350a [*]223 subtracted from the quantity: 350a - 223 [*]The phrase [I]is equal to[/I] means an equation, so we set 350a - 223 equal to b [/LIST] [B]350a - 223 = b[/B]

231 is 248 subtracted from the quantity h times 128
231 is 248 subtracted from the quantity h times 128 Let's take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST=1] [*]h times 128: 128h [*]24 subtracted from this: 128h - 248 [*]The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 128h - 248 equal to 231 [/LIST] [B]128h - 248 = 231[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If the problem asks you to solve for h, then you [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=128h-248%3D231&pl=Solve']type in this equation into our search engine[/URL] and get: h = [B]3.742[/B]

249 equals 191 times c, decreased by 199
249 equals 191 times c, decreased by 199 [U]Take this in pieces:[/U] 191 times c: 191c The phrase [I]decreased by[/I] means we subtract 199 from 191c: 191c - 199 We set this expression equal to 249: [B]191c - 199 = 249[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If you want to solve for c, type this equation into the search engine and we get: [B]c = 2.346[/B]

2x decreased by 15 is equal to -27
2x decreased by 15 is equal to -27 The phrase [I]decreased by[/I] 15 means we subtract 15 from 2x: 2x - 15 The phrase [I]is equal to[/I] means an equation, so we set 2x - 15 equal to -27 [B]2x - 15 = -27 [/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression To solve this, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=2x-15%3D-27&pl=Solve']type 2x - 15 = -27 into the search engine[/URL].

2x plus 4 increased by 15 is 57
2x plus 4 increased by 15 is 57 Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]2x plus 4: 2x + 4 [*][I]Increased by[/I] means we add 15 to 2x + 4: 2x + 4 + 15 = 2x + 19 [*]The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 2x + 19 equal to 57: [/LIST] Our final algebraic expression is: [B]2x + 19 = 57 [/B] To solve for x, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=2x%2B19%3D57&pl=Solve']type this equation into our search engine [/URL]and we get x = [B]19[/B]

3 is subtracted from the square of x
3 is subtracted from the square of x Let's take this algebraic expression in two parts: Part 1: The square of x means we raise x to the power of 2: x^2 Part 2: 3 is subtracted means we subtract 3 from x^2 [B]x^2 - 3[/B]

3 more than the product of 7 and a number x is less than 26
The product of 7 and a number x is written as 7x. 3 more than that product is written as 7x + 3. Finally, that entire expression is less than 26, so we have: 7x + 3 < 26 as our algebraic expression. [MEDIA=youtube]ESuHovml5WQ[/MEDIA]

3 times a number increased by 1 is between -8 and 13
3 times a number increased by 1 is between -8 and 13. Let's take this algebraic expression in [U]4 parts[/U]: Part 1 - The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x: x Part 2 - 3 times this number means we multiply x by 3: 3x Part 3 - Increased by 1 means we add 1 to 3x: 3x + 1 The phrase [I]between[/I] means we have an inequality: [B]-8 <= 3x + 1 <=13[/B]

3 times larger than the sum of 4 and 9
The sum of 4 and 9: 4 + 9 3 times larger than this sum [B]3(4 + 9) <-- This is our algebraic expression [/B] Evaluating this amount: 3(13) [B]39[/B]

3 times the square of a number x minus 12
3 times the square of a number x minus 12. Build the algebraic expression piece by piece: [LIST] [*]Square of a number x: x^2 [*]3 times this: 3x^2 [*]Minus 12: [B]3x^2 - 12[/B] [/LIST]

3 times the sum of x and 9y
3 times the sum of x and 9y The sum of x and 9y means we add 9y to x: x + 9y Now we take this sum, and multiply by 3 to get our final algebraic expression: 3(x + 9y)

3 times the width plus 2 times the length
3 times the width plus 2 times the length Let w be the width Let l be the length We have an algebraic expression of: [B]3w + 2l[/B]

3 times x minus y is 5 times the sum of y and 2 times x
3 times x minus y is 5 times the sum of y and 2 times x Take this algebraic expression in pieces: 3 times x: 3x Minus y means we subtract y from 3x 3x - y The sum of y and 2 times x mean we add y to 2 times x y + 2x 5 times the sum of y and 2 times x: 5(y + 2x) The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 3x - y equal to 5(y + 2x) [B]3x - y = 5(y + 2x)[/B]

30% larger then 1/3 of twice q
30% larger then 1/3 of twice q Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: [LIST=1] [*]Twice q means multiply q by 2: 2q [*]1/3 of twice q means we multiply 2q in Step 1 by 1/3: 2q/3 [*]30% larger means we multiply 2q/3 in step 2 by 1.3, since 30% = 0.3: 1.3(2q/3) [/LIST] [B]1.3(2q/3)[/B]

300 reduced by 5 times my age is 60
300 reduced by 5 times my age is 60 Let my age be a. We have: 5 times my age = 5a 300 reduced by 5 times my age means we subtract 5a from 300: 300 - 5a The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 300 - 5a equal to 60 to get our final algebraic expression: [B]300 - 5a = 60 [/B] If you have to solve for a, you [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=300-5a%3D60&pl=Solve']type this equation into our search engine[/URL] and you get: a = [B]48[/B]

309 is the same as 93 subtracted from the quantity f times 123
309 is the same as 93 subtracted from the quantity f times 123. The quantity f times 123: 123f Subtract 93: 123f - 93 The phrase [I]is the same as[/I] means an equation, so we set 123f - 93 equal to 309 [B]123f - 93 = 309[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If you wish to solve for f, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=123f-93%3D309&pl=Solve']type this equation into the search engine[/URL], and we get f = 3.2683.

324 times z, reduced by 12 is z
324 times z, reduced by 12 is z. Take this algebraic expression in pieces: 324 [I]times[/I] z means we multiply 324 by the variable z. 324z [I]Reduced by[/I] 12 means we subtract 12 from 324z 324z - 12 The word [I]is[/I] means we have an equation, so we set 324z - 12 equal to z [B]324z - 12 = z [/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression

339 equals 303 times w, minus 293
339 equals 303 times w, minus 293 Take this algebraic expression in pieces: 303 times w: 303w Minus 293: 303w - 293 The phrase [I]equals[/I] means we have an equation. We set 303w - 293 = 339 [B]303w - 293 = 339[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression To solve for w, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=303w-293%3D339&pl=Solve']we type this equation into our search engine[/URL] to get: [B]w = 2.086[/B]

35 added to n is greater than or equal to the sum of k and 21
35 added to n is greater than or equal to the sum of k and 21 Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: [LIST=1] [*]35 added to n means we have a sum: n + 35 [*]The sum of k and 21 means we add 21 to k: k +21 [*]The phrase [I]greater than or equal to[/I] means an inequality using this sign (>=), so we write this as follows: [/LIST] [B]n + 35 >= k + 21[/B]

3f,subtract g from the result, then divide what you have by h
3f,subtract g from the result, then divide what you have by h Take this algebraic expression in pieces: 3f subtract g means we subtract the variable g from the expression 3f: 3f - g Divide what we have by h, means we take the result above, 3f - g, and divide it by h: [B](3f - g)/h[/B]

3x less than 2 times the sum of 2x and 1 is equal to the sum of 2 and 5
3x less than 2 times the sum of 2x and 1 is equal to the sum of 2 and 5 This is an algebraic expression. Let's take this algebraic expression in 5 parts: [LIST=1] [*]The sum of 2x and 1 means we add 1 to 2x: 2x + 1 [*]2 times the sum of 2x and 1: 2(2x + 1) [*]3x less than the sum of 2x and 1 means we subtract 3x from 2(2x + 1): 2(2x + 1) - 3x [*]The sum of 2 and 5 means we add 5 to 2: 2 + 5 [*]Finally, the phrase [I]equal[/I] means an equation, so we set #3 equal to #4 [/LIST] Our algebraic expression is: [B]2(2x + 1) - 3x = 2 + 5[/B] Now, some problems may ask you to simplify. In this case, we multiply through and group like terms: 4x + 2 - 3x = 7 [B]x + 2 = 7 <-- This is our simplified algebraic expression [/B] Now, what if the problem asks you to solve for x, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=x%2B2%3D7&pl=Solve']you type this into our search engine[/URL] and get: x =[B] 5 [MEDIA=youtube]3hzyc2NPCGI[/MEDIA][/B]

4 times a number added to 8 times a number equals 36
4 times a number added to 8 times a number equals 36 Let [I]a number[/I] be an arbitrary variable, let us call it x. 4 times a number: 4x 8 times a number: 8x We add these together: 4x + 8x = 12x We set 12x equal to 36 to get our final algebraic expression of: [B]12x = 36 [/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x, you [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=12x%3D36&pl=Solve']type this algebraic expression into our search engine[/URL] and get: x = [B]3[/B]

4 times a number is the same as the number increased by 78
4 times a number is the same as the number increased by 78. Let's take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST=1] [*]The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. [*]4 times a number is written as 4x [*]The number increased by 78 means we add 78 to x: x + 78 [*]The phrase [I]the same as[/I] mean an equation, so we set #2 equal to #3 [/LIST] [B]4x = x + 78[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If the problem asks you to take it a step further, then [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=4x%3Dx%2B78&pl=Solve']we type this equation into our search engine [/URL]and get: x = 26

4 times b increased by 9 minus twice y
4 times b increased by 9 minus twice y Take this algebraic expression in parts: Step 1: 4 times b means we multiply the variable b by 4: 4b Step 2: Increased by 9 means we add 9 to 4b: 4b + 9 Step 3: Twice y means we multiply the variable y by 2: 2y Step 4: The phrase [I]minus[/I] means we subtract 2y from 4b + 9 [B]4b + 9 - 2y[/B]

4 times the number of cows plus 2 times the number of ducks
4 times the number of cows plus 2 times the number of ducks Let c be the number of cows. Let d be the number of ducks. We've got an algebraic expression below: [B]4c + 2d[/B]

4subtractedfrom6timesanumberis32
4 subtracted from 6 times a number is 32. Take this algebraic expression in pieces. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x 6 times this number means we multiply by x by 6 6x 4 subtracted from this expression means we subtract 4 6x - 4 The phrase [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 6x - 4 equal to 32 [B]6x - 4 = 32 [/B] If you need to solve this equation, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=6x-4%3D32&pl=Solve']type it in the search engine here[/URL].

5 added to x is 11
x + 5 = 11 for the algebraic expression. Plug that into the [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=x%2B5%3D11&pl=Solve']search engine[/URL], and solve for x. x = 6.

5 added to xis 11
5 added to x means we use the plus sign for a sum. x + 5 "is" means equals, so we set that equal to 11. x + 5 = 11 <-- This is our algebraic expression.

5 diminished by twice the sum of a and b
5 diminished by twice the sum of a and b Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]The sum of a and b: a + b [*]Twice the sum means we multiply a + b by 2: 2(a + b) [*]5 diminished by twice the sum means we subtract 2(a + b) from 5 [/LIST] [B]5 - 2(a + b)[/B]

5 more than the reciprocal of a number
5 more than the reciprocal of a number Take this algebraic expression in pieces: The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x The reciprocal of this number means we divide 1 over x: 1/x 5 more means we add 5 to 1/x [B]1/x + 5[/B]

5 more than twice the cube of a number
5 more than twice the cube of a number. Take this algebraic expression in pieces. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x The cube of a number means we raise it to a power of 3 x^3 Twice the cube of a number means we multiply x^3 by 2 2x^3 5 more than twice the cube of a number means we multiply 2x^3 by 5 5(2x^3) Simplifying, we get: 10x^3

5 subtracted from 3 times a number is 44
5 subtracted from 3 times a number is 44. The problem asks for an algebraic expression. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. 3 times this number is 3x. 5 subtracted from this is written as 3x - 5. The phrase [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 3x - 5 equal to 44 [B]3x - 5 = 44[/B]

5 times a number increased by 4 is divided by 6 times the same number
5 times a number increased by 4 is divided by 6 times the same number Take this algebraic expression in parts. Part 1: 5 times a number increased by 4 [LIST] [*]The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x: x [*]5 times the number means multiply x by 5: 5x [*][I]Increased by 4[/I] means we add 4 to 5x: 5x + 4 [/LIST] Part 2: 6 times the same number [LIST] [*]From above, [I]a number[/I] is x: x [*]6 times the number means we multiply x by 6: 6x [/LIST] The phrase [I]is divided by[/I] means we have a quotient, where 5x + 4 is the numerator, and 6x is the denominator. [B](5x + 4)/6x[/B]

5 times g reduced by the square of h
5 times g reduced by the square of h Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [LIST=1] [*]5 times g means we multiply g by 5: 5g [*]The square of h means we raise h to the 2nd power: h^2 [*]5 times g reduced by the square of h means we subtract h^2 from 5g: [/LIST] [B]5g - h^2[/B]

50 is more than the product of 4 and w
50 is more than the product of 4 and w Take this algebraic expression in pieces: The product of 4 and w mean we multiply the variable w by 4: 4w The phrase [I]is more than[/I] means an inequality using the (>) sign, where 50 is greater than 4w: [B]50 > 4w[/B]

54 is the sum of 15 and Vidyas score
54 is the sum of 15 and Vidyas score. Let Vida's score be s. The sum of 15 and s: s + 15 When they say "is", they mean equal to, so we set s + 15 equal to 54. Our algebraic expression is below: [B]s + 15 = 54 [/B] To solve this equation for s, use our [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=s%2B15%3D54&pl=Solve']equation calculator[/URL]

54 is the sum of 24 and Julies score. Use the variable J to represent Julies score.
54 is the sum of 24 and Julies score. Use the variable J to represent Julies score. Sum of 24 and Julie's score: 24 + J The phrase [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 24 + J equal to 54 to get an algebraic expression: [B]24 + J = 54[/B]

59 is the sum of 16 and Donnie's saving. Use the variable d to represent Donnie's saving.
59 is the sum of 16 and Donnie's saving. Use the variable d to represent Donnie's saving. The phrase [I]the sum of[/I] means we add Donnie's savings of d to 16: d + 16 The phrase [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set d + 16 equal to 59 d + 16 = 59 <-- [B]This is our algebraic expression[/B] Now, if the problem asks you to solve for d, then you[URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=d%2B16%3D59&pl=Solve'] type the algebraic expression into our search engine to get[/URL]: d = [B]43[/B]

6 subtracted from the product of 5 and a number is 68
6 subtracted from the product of 5 and a number is 68 Take this algebraic expression in parts. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x The product of 5 and this number is: 5x We subtract 6 from 5x: 5x - 6 The phrase [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 5x - 6 equal to 68 [B]5x - 6 = 68[/B]

6 times a number multiplied by 3 all divided by 4
6 times a number multiplied by 3 all divided by 4 Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x [*]6 times a number: 6x [*]Multiplied by 3: 3(6x) = 18x [*]All divided by 4: 18x/4 [/LIST] We can simplify this: We type 18/4 into our search engine, simplify, and we get 9/2. So our answer is: [B]9x/2[/B]

6 times a number, x, is at least 22.
6 times a number, x, is at least 22. 6 times a number x: 6x The phrase [I]is at least[/I] means greater than or equal to. So we have an inequality: [B]6x >= 22[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/interval-notation-calculator.php?num=6x%3E%3D22&pl=Show+Interval+Notation']To solve this for x, paste this into the search engine[/URL] and we get: [B]x >= 3.666667[/B]

6 times the reciprocal of a number equals 2 times the reciprocal of 7. What is the number
6 times the reciprocal of a number equals 2 times the reciprocal of 7. What is the number We've got two algebraic expressions here. Let's take it in parts: Term 1: The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. The reciprocal is 1/x Multiply this by 6: 6/x Term 2: Reciprocal of 7: 1/7 2 times this: 2/7 We set these terms equal to each other: 6/x = 2/7 [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/prop.php?num1=6&num2=2&den1=x&den2=7&propsign=%3D&pl=Calculate+missing+proportion+value']Type this proportion into the search engine[/URL], and we get: [B]x = 21[/B]

6 times the reciprocal of a number equals 3 times the reciprocal of 7 .
6 times the reciprocal of a number equals 3 times the reciprocal of 7 . This is an algebraic expression. Let's take it in parts: The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x The reciprocal of a number x means we divide 1 over x: 1/x 6 times the reciprocal means we multiply 6 by 1/x: 6/x The reciprocal of 7 means we divide 1/7 1/7 3 times the reciprocal means we multiply 1/7 by 3: 3/7 Now, the phrase [I]equals[/I] mean an equation, so we set 6/x = 3/7 [B]6/x = 3/7[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If the problem asks you to solve for x, then [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/prop.php?num1=6&num2=3&den1=x&den2=7&propsign=%3D&pl=Calculate+missing+proportion+value']we type this proportion in our search engine[/URL] and get: x = 14

6 times the sum of a number and 3 is equal to 42. What is this number?
6 times the sum of a number and 3 is equal to 42. What is this number? The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. The sum of a number and 3 means we add 3 to x: x + 3 6 times the sum: 6(x + 3) The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 6(x + 3) equal to 42 to get our [I]algebraic expression[/I] of: [B]6(x + 3) = 42[/B] [B][/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x, then [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=6%28x%2B3%29%3D42&pl=Solve']you type this equation into our search engine[/URL] and you get: x = [B]4[/B]

6 times the sum of a number and 5 is 16
6 times the sum of a number and 5 is 16 A number represents an arbitrary variable, let's call it x x The sum of x and 5 x + 5 6 times the sum of x and 5 6(x + 5) Is means equal to, so set 6(x + 5) equal to 16 [B]6(x + 5) = 16 <-- This is our algebraic expression Solve for x[/B] Multiply through: 6x + 30 = 16 Subtract 30 from each side: 6x - 30 + 30 = 16 - 30 6x = -14 Divide each side by 6 6x/6 = -14/6 Simplify this fraction by dividing top and bottom by 2: x = [B]-7/3 [MEDIA=youtube]oEx5dsYK7DY[/MEDIA][/B]

60 percent of a number minus 17 is -65
60 percent of a number minus 17 is -65 Using our [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/perc.php?num=+5&den=+8&num1=+16&pct1=+80&pct2=+90&den1=+80&pct=60&pcheck=4&decimal=+65.236&astart=+12&aend=+20&wp1=20&wp2=30&pl=Calculate']percent to decimal calculator[/URL], we see that 60% is 0.6, so we have: 0.6 The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. So 60% of a number is: 0.6x Minus 17: 0.6x - 17 The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 0.6x - 17 equal to -65 to get our algebraic expression of: [B]0.6x - 17 = -65[/B] [B][/B] If you want to solve for x in this equation, you [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=0.6x-17%3D-65&pl=Solve']type it in our search engine and you get[/URL]: [B]x = -80[/B]

64 is 4 times the difference between Sarah's age, a, and 44. Assume Sarah is older than 44.
64 is 4 times the difference between Sarah's age, a, and 44. Assume Sarah is older than 44. The phrase [I]difference between[/I] means we subtract 44 from a: a - 44 The phrase [I]64 is[/I] means an equation, so we set a - 44 equal to 64 [B]a - 44 = 64 <-- This is our algebraic expression [/B] If you want to solve for a, then we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=a-44%3D64&pl=Solve']type this expression into our search engine[/URL] and get: [B]a = 108[/B]

64 is 4 times the difference between Sarah’s age a, and 44.Assume Sarah is older than 44
64 is 4 times the difference between Sarah’s age a, and 44.Assume Sarah is older than 44 Difference between Sarah's age (a) and 44 (Assuming Sarah is older than 44): a - 44 4 times the difference: 4(a - 44) The word [I]is[/I] means equal to, so we set 4(a - 44) equal to 64 to get our algebraic expression: [B]4(a - 44) = 64[/B] If the problem asks you to solve for a, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=4%28a-44%29%3D64&pl=Solve']type this equation into our search engine[/URL] and we get: a = [B]60[/B]

7 multiplied by the quantity 7 take away 6
7 multiplied by the quantity 7 take away 6 Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [LIST] [*]7 take away 6: 7 - 6 [*]7 multiplied by the quantity: [B]7(7 - 6)[/B] [/LIST] This is our algebraic expression. If you need to evaluate this expression, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/order-of-operations-calculator.php?num=7%287-6%29&pl=Perform+Order+of+Operations']type it in the search engine[/URL] and we get; [B]7[/B]

7 times a number increased by 4 times the number
7 times a number increased by 4 times the number Let [I]a number[/I] and [I]the number[/I] be an arbitrary variable. Let's call it x. We have an algebraic expression. Let's take it in pieces: [LIST] [*]7 times a number: 7x [*]4 times the number: 4x [*]The phrase [I]increased by[/I] means we add 4x to 7x: [*]7x + 4x [*]Simplifying, we get: (7 + 4)x [*][B]11x[/B] [/LIST]

7 times a number is the same as 12 more than 3 times a number
7 times a number is the same as 12 more than 3 times a number The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. [B][U]Algebraic Expression 1:[/U][/B] 7 times a number means we multiply 7 by x: 7x [B][U]Algebraic Expression 2:[/U][/B] 3 times a number means we multiply 3 by x: 3x 12 more than 3 times a number means we add 12 to 3x: 3x + 12 The phrase [I]is the same as[/I] means an equation, so we set 7x equal to 3x + 12 [B]7x = 3x + 12[/B] <-- Algebraic Expression

7 times a positive number n is decreased by 3, it is less than 25
7 times a positive number n is decreased by 3, it is less than 25 7 times a positive number n: 7n Decreased by 3: 7n - 3 The phrase [I]it is less than [/I]means an inequality. So we relate 7n - 3 less than 25 using the < sign to get our algebraic expression of: [B]7n - 3 < 25[/B]

7 times the cube of the sum of x and 8
7 times the cube of the sum of x and 8 Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: [LIST=1] [*]The sum of x and 8 means we add 8 to x: x + 8 [*]The cube of this sum means we raise the sum to the 3rd power: (x + 8)^3 [*]7 times this cubed sum means we multiply (x + 8)^3 by 7: [/LIST] [B]7(x + 8)^3[/B]

7 times the number of lions plus 4 times the number of tigers
7 times the number of lions plus 4 times the number of tigers Let the number of lions be l Let the number of tigers be t We have an algebraic expression of: [B]7l + 4t[/B]

72 pounds and increases by 3.9 pounds per month
72 pounds and increases by 3.9 pounds per month Let m be the number of months. We write the algebraic expression below: [B]3.9m + 72[/B]

75% of x is 25 dollars and 99 cents
75% of x is 25 dollars and 99 cents [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/perc.php?num=+5&den=+8&num1=+16&pct1=+80&pct2=+90&den1=+80&pct=75&pcheck=4&decimal=+65.236&astart=+12&aend=+20&wp1=20&wp2=30&pl=Calculate']Since 75%[/URL] is 0.75 as a decimal, we rewrite this as an algebraic expression: 0.75x = 25.99 If we want to solve for x, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=0.75x%3D25.99&pl=Solve']type this equation into our search engine[/URL] and we get: x = [B]34.65[/B]

76 subtracted from p is equal to the total of g and 227
76 subtracted from p is equal to the total of g and 227 We've got two algebraic expressions. Take them in pieces: Part 1: 76 subtracted from p We subtract 76 from the variable p p - 76 Part 2: The total of g and 227 The total means a sum, so we add 227 to g g + 227 Now the last piece, the phrase [I]is equal to[/I] means an equation. So we set both algebraic expressions equal to each other: [B]p - 76 = g + 227[/B]

8 is subtracted from the square of x
8 is subtracted from the square of x Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]The square of x means we raise x to the power of 2: x^2 [*]8 subtracted from the square of x is found by subtracting 8 from x^2 [/LIST] [B]x^2 - 8[/B]

8 more than the product of x and 2 equals 4
8 more than the product of x and 2 equals 4 The product of x and 2: 2x 8 more than this, means we add 8: 2x + 8 Set this equal to 4: [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=2x%2B8%3D4&pl=Solve']2x + 8 = 4[/URL] <-- Algebraic expression to solve for x, type this into the search engine and we get [B]x = -2[/B].

8 more than twice a number is less than 6 more than the number
8 more than twice a number is less than 6 more than the number. This is an algebraic expression, let's take it in pieces... The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. 8 more than twice a number: Twice a number means multiply x by 2: 2x Then add 8: 2x + 8 6 more than the number, means we add 6 to x x + 6 The phrase [I]is less than[/I] means an inequality, where we set 2x + 8 less than x + 6 [B]2x + 8 < x + 6[/B]

8 taken away from y
8 taken away from y This is an algebraic expression. The phrase [I]taken away[/I] means we subtract 8 from y: [B]y - 8[/B]

8 times the sum of 5 times a number and 9
8 times the sum of 5 times a number and 9 Take this algebraic expression in parts: The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. 5 times a number means: 5x The sum of this and 9 means we add 9 to 5x: 5x + 9 Now we multiply 8 times this sum: [B]8(5x + 9)[/B]

9 divided by the sum of x and 4 is equal to 6 divided by x minus 4
9 divided by the sum of x and 4 is equal to 6 divided by x minus 4. Build our two algebraic expressions first: 9 divided by the sum of x and 4 9/(x + 4) 6 divided by x minus 4 6/(x - 4) The phrase [I]is equal to[/I] means and equation, so we set the algebraic expressions equal to each other: [B]9/(x + 4) = 6/(x - 4) <-- This is our algebraic expression[/B] [B][/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x, we cross multiply: 9(x - 4) = 6(x + 4) To solve for x, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=9%28x-4%29%3D6%28x%2B4%29&pl=Solve']type this equation into our search engine[/URL] and we get: x = [B]20[/B]

9 is one-third of a number x
9 is one-third of a number x A number x can be written as x x one-third of a number x means we multiply x by 1/3: x/3 The phrase [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 9 equal to x/3 to get our final algebraic expression of: [B]x/3 = 9[/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x, you [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/prop.php?num1=x&num2=9&den1=3&den2=1&propsign=%3D&pl=Calculate+missing+proportion+value']type this algebraic expression into our search engine[/URL] and you get: [B]x = 27[/B]

9 less than 5 times a number is 3 more than 2x
9 less than 5 times a number is 3 more than 2x The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x: x 5 times a number means we multiply x by 5: 5x 9 less than 5x means we subtract 9 from 5x: 5x - 9 3 more than 2x means we add 3 to 2x: 2x + 3 The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 5x - 9 equal to 2x + 3: [B]5x - 9 = 2x + 3 <-- This is our algebraic expression[/B] [B][/B] If you want to solve for x, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=5x-9%3D2x%2B3&pl=Solve']type this equation into the search engine[/URL], and we get: x = [B]4[/B]

9 subtracted from the product of 3 and a number is greater than or equal to 16
9 subtracted from the product of 3 and a number is greater than or equal to 16 [LIST=1] [*]The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x [*]The product of 3 and a number means we multiply 3 times x: 3x [*]9 subtracted from the product: 3x - 9 [*]The phrase is greater than or equal to means an inequality. So we set up an inequality with >= for the greater than or equal to sign in relation to 3x - 9 and 16 [/LIST] Our algebraic expression (inequality) becomes: [B]3x - 19 >= 16[/B]

9 times a number is that number minus 3
9 times a number is that number minus 3 Let [I]a number[/I] be an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. We're given: 9 times a number is 9x The number minus 3 is x - 3 The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 9x equal to x - 3 to get our [I]algebraic expression[/I]: [B]9x = x - 3[/B] To solve for x, we type this equation into our search engine and we get: x = [B]-0.375 or -3/8[/B]

A man's age (a) 10 years ago is 43
A man's age (a) 10 years ago is 43 [U]10 years ago means we subtract 10 from a:[/U] a - 10 [U]The word [I]is[/I] means an equation. So we set a - 10 equal to 43 to get our algebraic expression[/U] [B]a - 10 = 43[/B] If the problem asks you to solve for a, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=a-10%3D43&pl=Solve']we type this equation into our search engine[/URL] and we get: a = 53

a mans age (a) ten years ago
a mans age (a) ten years ago The problem asks for an algebraic expression for age. The phrase [I]ago[/I] means before now, so they were younger. And younger means we [B]subtract[/B] from our current age: [B]a - 10[/B]

A number y increased by itself
A number y increased by itself increased by itself means we add the variable y to itself to get our final algebraic expression of: [B]y + y [/B] [I]If[/I] the problem asks you to simplify, we group like terms and get: [B]2y[/B]

a printer charges a $30 setup fee plus $2.00 per ticket. Write an algebraic expression for the cost
a printer charges a $30 setup fee plus $2.00 per ticket. Write an algebraic expression for the cost of t tickets. What is the cost of 225 tickets? Algebraic Expression: Cost per ticket * t + set up fee [B]2t + 30[/B] How much for t = 225? 2(225) + 30 450 + 30 [B]480[/B]

A quarter of a number is greater than or equal to 38
A quarter of a number is greater than or equal to 38. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. A quarter of a number means 1/4, so we have: x/4 The phrase [I]is greater than or equal to[/I] means an inequality, so we use the >= sign in relation to 38: [B]x/4 >= 38 <-- This is our algebraic expression [/B] If you want to solve this inequality, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/prop.php?num1=x&num2=38&propsign=%3E%3D&den1=4&den2=1&pl=Calculate+missing+proportion+value']we type it in the search engine[/URL] to get: x >= [B]152[/B]

A restaurant is going to raise all their prices by 7%. If the current price of an item is p dollars
A restaurant is going to raise all their prices by 7%. If the current price of an item is p dollars, write an expression for the price after the increase. A 7% increase on price means we multiply the current price of p by 1.07. So our algebraic expression is: [B]1.07p[/B]

A secret number is added to 6. The total is multiplied by 5 to get 50. What is the secret number?
A secret number is added to 6. The total is multiplied by 5 to get 50. What is the secret number? Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [LIST] [*]Let the secret number be n. [*]Added to means we add 6 to n: n + 6 [*]The total is multiplied by 5: 5(n + 6) [*]The phrase [I]to get[/I] means equal to, so we set 5(n + 6) equal to 50 [/LIST] 5(n + 6) = 50 To solve this equation for n, we type it in our search engine and we get: n = [B]4[/B]

A state park charges a $6.00 entry fee plus $7.50 per night of camping. Write an algebraic expressio
A state park charges a $6.00 entry fee plus $7.50 per night of camping. Write an algebraic expression for the cost in dollars of entering the park and camping for n nights. The cost in dollars C is found below: [B]C = 7.50n + 6[/B]

A state park charges a $6.00 entry fee plus $7.50 per night of camping. Write an algebraic expressio
A state park charges a $6.00 entry fee plus $7.50 per night of camping. Write an algebraic expression for the cost in dollars of entering the park and camping for n nights. We write this as: cost per night of camping * n nights + entry fee [B]7.50n + 6[/B]

absolute value of x is less than or equal to 4
absolute value of x is less than or equal to 4 Absolute value of x: |x| Set up an inequality where this is less than or equal to 4: [B]|x| <= 4 [/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression To solve this, we have the following compound inequality: -4 < x < 4

add 7 and 2, raise the result to the 6th power, then add what you have to s
add 7 and 2, raise the result to the 6th power, then add what you have to s Add 7 and 2: 7 + 2 Simplify this, we get:9 Raise the result to the 6th power: 9^6 [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/powersq.php?sqconst=+6&num=9%5E6&pl=Calculate']Simplifying this using our exponent calculator[/URL], we get: 531,441 Now, we add what we have (our result) to s to get our final algebraic expression: [B]s + 531,441[/B]

add c and b, multiply the result by a, then double what you have
add c and b, multiply the result by a, then double what you have Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [LIST] [*]add c and b: c + b [*]Multiply the result by a: a(c + b) [*]Double what you have means take the last step result, and multiply it by 2: [/LIST] [B]2a(c + b)[/B]

Add q and t, subtract s from the result, then multiply by r
Add q and t, subtract s from the result, then multiply by r Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]Add q and t: q + t [*]Subtract s from the result: q + t - s [*]Multiply by r means we multiply the entire expression by r: [/LIST] [B]r(q + t - s)[/B]

add r and s, add the result to q, then subtract what you have from p
add r and s, add the result to q, then subtract what you have from p Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: [LIST=1] [*]Add r and s: r + s [*]Add the result to q: r + s + q [*]Subtract what we have from p: [/LIST] [B]p - (r + s + q)[/B]

add r to 3, triple the result, then divide s by what you have
add r to 3, triple the result, then divide s by what you have Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST=1] [*]Add r to 3: 3 + r [*]Triple the result means multiply the result above by 3: 3(3 + r) [*]Then divide s by what you have. [B]s/3(3 + r)[/B] [/LIST]

add s and t, multiply the result by u, then add r to what you have
add s and t, multiply the result by u, then add r to what you have. Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: [LIST=1] [*]Add s and t: s + t [*]Multiply the result by u means me multiply (s + t) times u: u(s + t) [*]Then add r to what you have. [I]what you have means the result in #2.[/I] [/LIST] [B]u(s + t) + r[/B]

add s to v, multiply the result by u, then multiply t by what you have
add s to v, multiply the result by u, then multiply t by what you have Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]Add s to v: v + s [*]Multiply the result by u: u(v + s) [*]Then multiply t by what you have: [/LIST] [B]tu(v + s)[/B]

add u and t divide s by the result then triple what you have
add u and t divide s by the result then triple what you have Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]Add u and t: u + t [*]Divide s by the result: s/(u + t) [*]Triple what you have means we you multiply s/(u + t) by 3 [/LIST] [B]3s/(u + t)[/B]

add w to t, add u to the result, then divide what you have by v
add w to t, add u to the result, then divide what you have by v Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]Add w to t: t + w [*]Add u to the result: t + w + u [*]Divide what you have by v: [/LIST] ([B]t + w + u)/v[/B]

add w to u, triple the result, then add v to what you have
add w to u, triple the result, then add v to what you have Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]add w to u: w + u [*]triple the result means we multiply w + u by 3: 3(w + u) [*]Then add v to what you have [/LIST] [B]3(w + u) + v[/B]

algebraic expression for the sum of x and double the value of y
algebraic expression for the sum of x and double the value of y Double the value of y means we multiply y by 2: 2y The sum of x and 2y means we add 2y to x: [B]x + 2y[/B]

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algexpress: letthefirstnumberequalx.thesecondnumberis3morethantwicethefirstnumber.expressthesecondnu
Let the first number equal x. The second number is 3 more than twice the first number. Express the second number in terms of the first number x. [LIST] [*]Let the second number be y. [*]Twice means multiply by 2 [*]3 more than means we add 3 [/LIST] So we have the following algebraic expression: [B]y = 2x + 3[/B]

Alyssa has $952 and is spending $27 each week (w) for math tutoring write an algebraic expression to
Alyssa has $952 and is spending $27 each week (w) for math tutoring write an algebraic expression to model the situation Alyssa's balance is found by using this expression: [B]952 - 27w[/B]

Amount you spend if you buy a shirt for $20 and jeans for j dollars
Amount you spend if you buy a shirt for $20 and jeans for j dollars We want an algebraic expression for our total spend. We add the $20 for a shirt plus j for the jeans: [B]20 + j[/B]

b to the fifth power decreased by 7
b to the fifth power decreased by 7 Take this algebraic expression in steps: [LIST] [*]b to the fifth power: b^5 [*]Decreased by 7 means we subtract 7 from b^5: [B]b^5 - 7[/B] [/LIST]

Charmaine’s fish tank has 16 liters of water in it. she plans to add 6 liters per minute until the t
Charmaine’s fish tank has 16 liters of water in it. she plans to add 6 liters per minute until the tank has at least 58 liters. What are the possible numbers of minutes Charmaine could add water? This is an algebraic inequality. The phrase [I]at least[/I] means greater than or equal to. So we have: 6m + 16 >= 58 <-- This is our algebraic expression/inequality. To solve this, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=6m%2B16%3E%3D58&pl=Solve']we type this into our search engine [/URL]and we get: [B]m >= 7[/B]

Cindy is c years old. Cindy is 5 years younger than half Jennifer's age ( j )
Cindy is c years old. Cindy is 5 years younger than half Jennifer's age ( j ) Build an algebraic expression: [B]c = j/2 - 5[/B] <-- Half means we divide by 2 and [I]younger[/I] means we subtract

Difference between 23 and y is 12
Difference between 23 and y 23 - y Is, means equal to, so we set 23 - y equal to 12 [B]23 - y = 12 [/B] If you need to solve this algebraic expression, use our [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=23-y%3D12&pl=Solve']equation calculator[/URL]: [B]y = 11[/B]

divide 8 by t, raise the result to the 7th power
divide 8 by t, raise the result to the 7th power. We take this algebraic expression in two parts: 1. Divide 8 by t 8/t 2. Raise the result to the 7th power. (This means we use an exponent of 7) [B](8/t)^7[/B]

Divide a by b, double the result, then multiply c by what you have
Divide a by b, double the result, then multiply c by what you have Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]Divide a by b: a/b [*]Double the result means multiply by 2: 2a/b [*]Then multiply c by what you have: [/LIST] [B]2ac/b[/B]

divide a by c, triple the result, then subtract what you have from b
divide a by c, triple the result, then subtract what you have from b Let's take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST=1] [*]Divide a by c: a/c [*]Triple the result. This means we multiply a/c by 3: 3a/c [*]Then subtract what you have (the result) from b: b - 3a/c [/LIST] [B]b - 3a/c[/B]

divide b by a, subtract the result from c, then add what you have to d
divide b by a, subtract the result from c, then add what you have to d Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: [U]1) Divide b by a:[/U] b/a [U]2) Subtract the result from c:[/U] c - b/a [U]3) Then add what you have to d:[/U] [B]c - b/a + d[/B]

divide the difference of q and s by the sum of p and r
divide the difference of q and s by the sum of p and r Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [LIST] [*]The difference of q and s: q - s [*]The sum of p and r: p + r [*]The word [I]divide[/I] means we divide q - s by p + r [/LIST] [B](q - s)/(p + r)[/B]

Divide the sum x and y by the difference of subtracting a from b
Divide the sum x and y by the difference of subtracting a from b The sum x and y is written as: x + y The difference of subtracting a from b is written as: b - a We divide and get the algebraic expression: [B](x + y)/(b - a)[/B]

Divide v by the sum of 4 and w
Divide v by the sum of 4 and w The sum of 4 and w means we add w to 4: 4 + w Next, we divide v by this sum to get our final algebraic expression: [B]v/(4 + w)[/B]

Divya has 70 rocks. She donates half of the rocks to a science center. Then she collects 3 rocks on
Divya has 70 rocks. She donates half of the rocks to a science center. Then she collects 3 rocks on each of her nature hikes. Write an expression to represent the number of rocks Divya has after she collects rocks on n nature hikes. For each hike, we have: [LIST=1] [*]Start with 70 rocks [*]She donates half which is 35, which means she's left with 35 [/LIST] Since each nature hike gives her 3 more rocks, and she goes on n nature hikes, we have the following algebraic expression: [B]3n + 35[/B]

Each piece of candy costs 25 cents. The cost of x pieces of candy is $2.00. Use variable x to transl
Each piece of candy costs 25 cents. The cost of x pieces of candy is $2.00. Use variable x to translate the above statements into algebraic equation. Our algebraic expression is: [B]0.25x = 2 [/B] To solve this equation for x, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=0.25x%3D2&pl=Solve']type it in our search engine[/URL] and we get: x = [B]8[/B]

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Express the fact that x differs from 3 by less than 2/7 as an inequality involving absolute value. S
Express the fact that x differs from 3 by less than 2/7 as an inequality involving absolute value. Solve for x. Let's build this algebraic expression in pieces: The phrase [I]differs from[/I] means a difference. x - 3 By less than 2/7 means we use the < sign compared to 2/7 x - 3 < 2/7 Finally, the problem says we involve absolute value. So we write this as: [B]|x - 3| < 2/7[/B]

Five times Kim's age plus 13 equals 58. How old is Kim?
Five times Kim's age plus 13 equals 58. How old is Kim? Let Kim's age be a. We have: Five times Kim's age: 5a Plus 13 means we add 13 5a + 13 Equals 58 means we set the expression 5a + 13 equal to 58 5a + 13 = 58 <-- This is our algebraic expression To solve this equation for a, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=5a%2B13%3D58&pl=Solve']we type it into our search engine[/URL] and get: a = [B]9[/B]

Four times the quantity six plus two
six plus two: 6 + 2 Four times the quantity six plus two [B]4(6 + 2) [/B]<-- This is our algebraic expression If we need to evaluate this, we have: 4(8) [B]32[/B]

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The phrase a number means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. Three times a number: 3x And 18 means we add 18 3x + 18 The word is means equal to, so we set 3x + 18 equal to -39 3x + 18 = -39 This is your algebraic expression. If you want to solve for x, plug it into the [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=3x%2B18%3D-39&pl=Solve']search engine[/URL] and you get x = -19

How old am I if 400 reduced by 3 times my age is 124?
How old am I if 400 reduced by 3 times my age is 124? Let my age be a. We're given an algebraic expression: [LIST] [*]3 times my age means we multiply a by 3: 3a [*]400 reduced by 3 times my age means we subtract 3a from 400: [*]400 - 3a [*]The word [I]is[/I] mean an equation, so we set 400 - 3a equal to 124 [/LIST] 400 - 3a = 124 To solve for a, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=400-3a%3D124&pl=Solve']we type this equation into our search engine[/URL] and we get: a = [B]92[/B]

How old am I of 400 reduced by 2 times my age is 224
How old am I of 400 reduced by 2 times my age is 224 [LIST=1] [*]Let my age be a. [*]2 times my age: 2a [*]400 reduced by 2 times my age: 400 - 2a [*]The phrase [I]is [/I]means an equation. So we set 400 - 2a equal to 224 for our algebraic expression [/LIST] [B]400 - 2a = 224 [/B] If the problem asks you to solve for a, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=400-2a%3D224&pl=Solve']type this equation into our search engine[/URL] and we get: a = [B]88[/B]

If 11 times a number is added to twice the number, the result is 104
If 11 times a number is added to twice the number, the result is 104 Let [I]the number[/I] be an arbitrary variable we call x. 11 times a number: 11x Twice the number (means we multiply x by 2): 2x The phrase [I]is added to[/I] means we add 2x to 11x: 11x + 2x Simplify by grouping like terms: (11 + 2)x = 13x The phrase [I]the result is[/I] means an equation, so we set 13x equal to 104: 13x = 104 <-- This is our algebraic expression To solve this equation for x, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=13x%3D104&pl=Solve']we type it in our search engine[/URL] and we get: x = [B]8[/B]

If 4 times a number is added to 9, the result is 49
If 4 times a number is added to 9, the result is 49. [I]A number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. 4 [I]times a number[/I] means we multiply x by 4 4x [I]Added to[/I] 9 means we add 9 to 4x 4x + 9 [I]The result is[/I] means we have an equation, so we set 4x + 9 equal to 49 [B]4x + 9 = 49[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression To solve this equation, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=4x%2B9%3D49&pl=Solve']we type it in the search engine[/URL] and get x = 10

If 72 is added to a number it will be 4 times as large as it was originally
If 72 is added to a number it will be 4 times as large as it was originally The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable. Let's call it x. x 72 added to a number: x + 72 4 times as large as it was originally means we take the original number x and multiply it by 4: 4x Now, the phrase [I]it will be[/I] means an equation, so we set x + 72 equal to 4x to get our final algebraic expression: [B]x + 72 = 4x[/B] [B][/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=x%2B72%3D4x&pl=Solve']type this equation into our search engine[/URL] and we get: x = [B]24[/B]

if a number is tripled the result is 60
if a number is tripled the result is 60 The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x Triple the number means we multiply by 3: 3x The phrase [I]the result is[/I] means an equation, so we set 3x equal to 60: [B]3x = 60 <-- This is our algebraic expression [/B] If you want to solve this equation, then [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=3x%3D60&pl=Solve']you type in 3x = 60 into the search engine[/URL] and get: x = 20

If from twice a number you subtract four, the difference is twenty
The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable. We can pick any letter a-z except for i and e. Let's choose x. Twice a number means we multiply x by 2: 2x Subtract four: 2x - 4 The word [I]is [/I]means equal to. We set 2x - 4 equal to 20 for our algebraic expression: [B]2x - 4 = 20 [/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x: we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=2x-4%3D20&pl=Solve']plug this equation into our calculator [/URL]and get x = [B]12[/B]

If i triple the number then subtract 7 the answer is 2. What is the number
If i triple the number then subtract 7 the answer is 2. What is the number Let the number be x. Triple the number: 3x Subtract 7 3x - 7 The answer is 2 means we set: [B]3x - 7 = 2[/B] This is our algebraic expression. To solve this, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=3x-7%3D2&pl=Solve']we type this problem into the search engine[/URL] and get [B]x = 3[/B].

If sales tax is currently 8.2%, write an algebraic expression representing the amount of sales tax y
If sales tax is currently 8.2%, write an algebraic expression representing the amount of sales tax you would have to pay for an item that costs D dollars. 8.2% is 0.082 as a decimal. So we have: Sales Tax Paid = [B]0.082D[/B]

If thrice a number is increased by 11,the result is 35. What is the number
If thrice a number is increased by 11,the result is 35. What is the number? [LIST] [*]The phrase [I]a number [/I]means an arbitrary variable. Let's call it x. [*]Thrice means multiply by 3, so we have 3x [*]Increased by 11 means we add 11, so we have 3x + 11 [*]The [I]result is[/I] means an equation, so we set 3x + 11 equal to 35 [/LIST] 3x + 11 = 35 <-- This is our algebraic expression The problem ask us to solve the algebraic expression. [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=3x%2B11%3D35&pl=Solve']Typing this problem into our search engine[/URL], we get [B]x = 8[/B].

If twice a number is divided by 7, the result is -28
If twice a number is divided by 7, the result is -28. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it "x". Twice x means we multiply x by 2: 2x Divide this by 7: 2x/7 We set this equal to -28, and we have our algebraic expression: [B]2x/7 = -28 [/B]

if you add 7 to 2x, the result is 17
if you add 7 to 2x, the result is 17 Add 7 to 2x: 2x + 7 The phrase [I]the result is[/I] means an equation, so we set 2x + 7 = 17 [B]2x + 7 = 17 [/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression Now, if you want to solve for x, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=2x%2B7%3D17&pl=Solve']type in 2x + 7 = 17 into the search engine[/URL], and we get [B]x = 5[/B].

is 6x a monomial?
[B]Yes[/B]. It's an algebraic expression consisting of one term. The constant is 6, and the variable is x.

Last year, Greg biked 524 miles. This year, he biked m miles. Using m , write an expression for the
Last year, Greg biked 524 miles. This year, he biked m miles. Using m , write an expression for the total number of miles he biked. We add both years to get our algebraic expression of miles biked: [B]m + 524[/B]

Lauren's savings increased by 12 and is now 31
Lauren's savings increased by 12 and is now 31 [LIST] [*]Let Lauren's savings be s. [*]The phrase increased by means we add. [*]The phrase [I]is now[/I] means an equation. [*]We have an algebraic expression of: [/LIST] [B]s + 12 = 31 [/B] To solve for s, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=s%2B12%3D31&pl=Solve']type this equation into our search engine[/URL] and we get: s = [B]19[/B]

M is halved, then 7 is added
M is halved, then 7 is added Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]M is halved. This means we divide M by 2: M/2 [*]Then 7 is added. We add 7 to M/2 [/LIST] [B]M/2 + 7[/B]

Multiply 0 by 3 and add 4
Multiply 0 by 3 and add 4 multiply 0 by 3: 0 * 3 Then add 4: [B]0 * 3 + 4 <--- [/B][I]This is our algebraic expression.[/I] If we want to evaluate this expression, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/order-of-operations-calculator.php?num=0%2A3%2B4&pl=Perform+Order+of+Operations']type it in our search engine[/URL] and we get: [B]4[/B]

multiply 3 by the difference of u and t
multiply 3 by the difference of u and t Take this algebraic expression in parts: The difference of u and t means we subtract t from u u - t Multiply this difference by 3: [B]3(u - t)[/B]

multiply k by 5.8, and then subtract 3.09 from the product
multiply k by 5.8, and then subtract 3.09 from the product Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [U]Multiply k by 5.8:[/U] 5.8k [U]Then subtract 3.09 from the product[/U] [B]5.8k - 3.09[/B]

multiply m by 5, double the result, then multiply 10 by what you have
multiply m by 5, double the result, then multiply 10 by what you have Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]Multiply m by 5: 5m [*]double the result means multiply 5m by 2: 2(5m) = 10m [*]Multiply 10 by what you have means multiply 10 by the result of 10m above: [/LIST] 10(10m) = [B]100m[/B]

multiply r by t, add the result to u, then multiply what you have by s
multiply r by t, add the result to u, then multiply what you have by s Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST=1] [*]Multiply r by t: rt [*]Add the result to u means we add rt to u: u + r [*]Multiply what you have by s. This means we take the result in #2, u + r, and multiply it by s: [/LIST] [B]s(u + r)[/B]

Multiply the difference of 3 and q by p
Multiply the difference of 3 and q by p. Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [B][U]Step 1: The difference of 3 and q[/U][/B] The word [I]difference[/I] means we subtract the variable q from 3 3 - q [B][U]Step 2: Multiply the expression 3 - q by p:[/U] p(3 - q)[/B]

multiply u by s, multiply the result by v, then multiply t
multiply u by s, multiply the result by v, then multiply t Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]Multiply u by s: us [*]Multiply the result by v: usv [*]Then multiply by t: [B]usvt[/B] [/LIST]

Multiplying a number by 6 is equal to the number increased by 9
Multiplying a number by 6 is equal to the number increased by 9. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. Multiply it by 6 --> 6x We set this equal to the same number increased by 9. Increased by means we add: [B]6x = x + 9 <-- This is our algebraic expression [/B] To solve this equation, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=6x%3Dx%2B9&pl=Solve']type it into the search engine [/URL]and get x = 1.8.

n increased by the difference between 10 times n and 9
n increased by the difference between 10 times n and 9 Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [LIST] [*]10 times n: 10n [*]The difference between 10 times n and 9: 10n - 9 [*]n increased by the difference...: [B]n + (10n - 9)[/B] [/LIST]

n subtract m, multiply by c, then add w
n subtract m, multiply by c, then add w Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [LIST] [*]n subtract m: n - m [*]multiply by c: c(n - m) [*]Then add w: [B]c(n - m) + w[/B] [/LIST]

Nine less than twelve
less than means we subtract 9 from 12: [B]12 - 9[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression IF we want to evaluate this, it's: 12- 9 = [B]3[/B]

nine times x is twice the sum of x and five
nine times x is twice the sum of x and five Take this algebraic expression in 4 pieces: [U]Step 1: nine time x:[/U] 9x [U]Step 2: The sum of x and five means we add 5 to x:[/U] x + 5 [U]Step 3: The word [I]twice[/I] means we multiply the sum x + 5 by 2:[/U] 2(x + 5) [U]Step 4: The word [I]is[/I] means equal to, so we set 9x equal to 2(x + 5) to get our final algebraic expression of:[/U] [B]9x = 2(x + 5)[/B]

One fifth of the square of a number
One fifth of the square of a number We have an algebraic expression. Let's break this into parts. [LIST=1] [*]The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x [*]The square of a number means we raise it to the power of 2. So we have x^2 [*]One-fifth means we have a fraction, where we divide our x^2 in Step 2 by 5. So we get our final answer below: [/LIST] [B]x^2/5[/B]

One-fourth the sum of m and p
One-fourth the sum of m and p Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]The sum of m and p means we add p to m: m + p [*]1/4 of the sum mean we divide m + p by 4 [/LIST] [B](m + p)/4[/B]

One-half a number is fifty
The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable. We can pick any letter a-z except for i and e. Let's choose x. One-half a number means we divide x by2: x/2 The word [I]is[/I] means equal to. We set x/2 equal to 50 for our algebraic expression [B]x/2 = 50 [/B] If the problem asks us to solve for x, we cross multiply: x = 2 * 50 x = [B]100[/B]

p more than the square of q
p more than the square of q Take this algebraic expression in parts: Step 1: Square of q means raise q to the 2nd power: q^2 Step 2: The phrase [I]more[/I] means we add p to q^2 [B]q^2 + p[/B]

Peter was thinking of a number. Peter doubles it and adds 0.8 to get an answer of 31. Form an equati
Peter was thinking of a number. Peter doubles it and adds 0.8 to get an answer of 31. Form an equation with x from the information. Take this algebraic expression in parts, starting with the unknown number x: [LIST] [*]x [*][I]Double it [/I]means we multiply x by 2: 2x [*]Add 0.8: 2x + 0.8 [*]The phrase [I]to get an answer of[/I] means an equation. So we set 2x + 0.8 equal to 31 [/LIST] Build our final algebraic expression: [B]2x + 0.8 = 31[/B] [B][/B] If you have to solve for x, then we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=2x%2B0.8%3D31&pl=Solve']type this equation into our search engine[/URL] and we get: x = 15.1

q increased by the difference between 18 times q and 5
q increased by the difference between 18 times q and 5 Take this algebraic expression in parts. 18 times q: 18q The difference between 18 times q and 5 means we subtract 5 from 18q: 18q - 5 q increased by the difference between 18 times q and 5 means we add 18q - 5 to q: q + (18q - 5) [B]q + 18q - 5[/B] IF we want to simplify, we group like terms: [B]19q - 5[/B]

q is equal to 207 subtracted from the quantity 4 times q
q is equal to 207 subtracted from the quantity 4 times q 4 time q 4q 207 subtracted from 4 times q: 4q - 207 Set this equal to q: [B]4q - 207 = q [/B]<-- This is our algebraic expression To solve for q, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=4q-207%3Dq&pl=Solve']type this equation into the search engine[/URL]. We get: [B]q = 69[/B]

Raise 9 to the 3rd power, subtract d from the result, then divide what you have by c
Raise 9 to the 3rd power, subtract d from the result, then divide what you have by c. This is an algebraic expression, let's take in parts (or chunks). Raise 9 to the 3rd power. This means we take 9, and raise it to an exponent of 3 9^3 Subtract d from the result, means we subtract d from 9^3 9^3 - d Now we divide 9^3 - d by c [B](9^3 - d) / c[/B]

Raise c to the 7th power, divide the result by 4, then triple what you have
Raise c to the 7th power, divide the result by 4, then triple what you have. Take this algebraic expression in pieces. Raise c to the 7th power: c^7 Divide the result by 4, means we divide c^7 by 4 c^7 / 4 Triple what you have means multiply c^7 / 4 by 3 [B]3(c^7 / 4)[/B]

raise f to the 3rd power, then find the quotient of the result and g
raise f to the 3rd power, then find the quotient of the result and g Take this algebraic expression in two parts: [LIST=1] [*]Raise f to the 3rd power means we take f, and write it with an exponent of 3: f^3 [*]Find the quotient of the result and g. We take f^3, and divide it by g [/LIST] [B]f^3/g[/B]

Raise f to the 8th power, divide the result by 5, then multiply 10
Raise f to the 8th power, divide the result by 5, then multiply 10 f to the 8th power means we raise f to the power of 8 using an exponent: f^8 Divide f^8 by 5 (f^8)/5 Now multiply this by 10: 10(f^8)/5 We can simplify this algebraic expression by dividing 10/5 to get 2 on top: 2[B](f^8)[/B]

raise q to the 5th power add the result to p then divide what you have by r
raise q to the 5th power add the result to p then divide what you have by r Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]Raise q to the 5th power: q^5 [*]Add the result to p: p + q^5 [*]Divide what you have by r. This means we take our result above and divide it by r: [/LIST] [B](p + q^5)/r[/B]

raise z to the 2nd power, multiply 8 by the result then subtract what you have from 4
raise z to the 2nd power, multiply 8 by the result then subtract what you have from 4 Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [LIST] [*]Raise z to the 2nd power: z^2 [*]Multiply by 8: 8z^2 [*]Subtract what you have from 4: [/LIST] [B]4 - 8z^2[/B]

ratio of the squares of t and u
ratio of the squares of t and u Ratio is also known as quotient in algebraic expression problems. The square of t means we raise t to the power of 2: t^2 The square of u means we raise u to the power of 2: u^2 ratio of the squares of t and u means we divide t^2 by u^2: [B]t^2/u^2[/B]

Sales tax is currently 9.1%. Write an algebraic expression to represent the total amount paid for an
Sales tax is currently 9.1%. Write an algebraic expression to represent the total amount paid for an item that costs d dollars after tax is added to the purchase. We need to increase the price by 9.1%. Our expression is: [B]1.091d[/B]

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Six less two
less means subtract: [B]6 - 2[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If we need to evaluate we have: 6 - 2 = [B]4[/B]

Sixteen subtracted from five times a number equals the number plus four
The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable. We can pick any letter a-z except for i and e. Let's choose x. 5 times a number 5x Sixteen subtracted from five times a number 5x - 16 the number plus 4: x + 4 Equals means we set 5x - 16 equals to x + 4 for our algebraic expression: [B]5x - 16 = x + 4[/B] [B][/B] If you have to solve for x, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=5x-16%3Dx%2B4&pl=Solve']type this expression into our math solver[/URL] and we get: x = [B]5[/B]

Squaring a number equals 5 times that number
Squaring a number equals 5 times that number. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. Squaring this number: x^2 5 times this number means we multiply by 5: 5x The phrase [I]equals[/I] means we set both expressions equal to each other: [B]x^2 = 5x [/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If you want to solve for x, then we subtract 5x from each side: x^2 - 5x = 5x - 5x Cancel the 5x on the right side, leaving us with 0: x^2 - 5x = 0 Factor out x: x(x - 5) So we get x = 0 or [B]x = 5[/B]

Start with x , subtract 6, then times by 3.
Start with x , subtract 6, then times by 3. We start with x: x Subtract 6: x - 6 The phrase [I]times by[/I] means we multiply (x - 6) by 3 [B]3(x - 6) [/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If the problem asks you to multiply through, then you'd have: 3x - 18

Subtract 4 from the sum of 2x and 5y
Subtract 4 from the sum of 2x and 5y. The sum of 2x and 5y means we add both terms: 2x + 5y Subtract 4 from this sum to get our algebraic expression: [B](2x + 5y) - 4[/B]

subtract 5 from the sum of 3x and 8y
subtract 5 from the sum of 3x and 8y Take this algebraic expression in parts: [U]The sum of 3x and 8y means we add 8y to 3x:[/U] 3x + 8y [U]Subtract 5 from this sum above:[/U] [B]3x + 8y - 5[/B]

subtract w from u, triple the result, then multiply v by what you have
subtract w from u, triple the result, then multiply v by what you have Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: [U]1) subtract w from u:[/U] u - w [U]2) Triple the result means we multiply u - w by 3:[/U] 3(u - w) [U]3) Multiply v by what you have. [I]What you have[/I] means the result from step 2:[/U] [B]3v(u - w)[/B]

subtract w from v, add the result to u, then triple what you have
subtract w from v, add the result to u, then triple what you have Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST=1] [*]Subtract w from v: v - w [*]Add the result to u (the result is #1): u + v - w [*]Triple what you have. This means multiply the result in #2 by 3: [/LIST] [B]3(u + v - w)[/B]

sum of 5 times h and twice g is equal to 23
sum of 5 times h and twice g is equal to 23 Take this [U]algebraic expressions[/U] problem in pieces. Step 1: 5 times h: 5h Step 2: Twice g means we multiply g by 2: 2g Step 3: sum of 5 times h and twice g means we add 2g to 5h 5h + 2g Step 4: The phrase [I]is equal to[/I] means an equation, so we set 5h + 2g equal to 23: [B]5h + 2g = 23[/B]

sum of a number and 7 is subtracted from 15 the result is 6.
Sum of a number and 7 is subtracted from 15 the result is 6. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. We take this expression in pieces. Sum of a number and 7 x + 7 Subtracted from 15 15 - (x + 7) The result is means an equation, so we set this expression above equal to 6 [B]15 - (x + 7) = 6 <-- This is our algebraic expression[/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x, we Group like terms 15 - x - 7 = 6 8 - x = 6 [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=8-x%3D6&pl=Solve']Type 8 - x = 6 into the search engine[/URL], and we get [B]x = 2[/B]

Sum of a number and it's reciprocal is 6. What is the number?
Sum of a number and it's reciprocal is 6. What is the number? Let the number be n. The reciprocal is 1/n. The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set n + 1/n equal to 6 n + 1/n = 6 Multiply each side by n to remove the fraction: n^2 + 1 = 6n Subtract 6n from each side: [B]n^2 - 6n + 1 = 0 [/B]<-- This is our algebraic expression If the problem asks you to solve for n, then you [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/quadratic.php?num=n%5E2-6n%2B1%3D0&pl=Solve+Quadratic+Equation&hintnum=+0']type this quadratic equation into our search engine[/URL].

The area of a desert in Africa is 12 times the area of a desert in Asia. If the area of a desert in
The area of a desert in Africa is 12 times the area of a desert in Asia. If the area of a desert in Asia is Y square miles, express the area of a desert in Africa as an algebraic expression in Y. [B]Africa Area = 12Y[/B]

The cube of the difference of 5 times the square of y and 7 divided by the square of 2 times y
The cube of the difference of 5 times the square of y and 7 divided by the square of 2 times y Take this in algebraic expression in parts: [U]Term 1[/U] [LIST] [*]The square of y means we raise y to the 2nd power: y^2 [*]5 times the square of y: 5y^2 [/LIST] [U]Term 2[/U] [LIST] [*]2 times y: 2y [*]The square of 2 times y: (2y)^2 = 4y^2 [*]7 divide by the square of 2 times y: 7/4y^2 [/LIST] [U]The difference of these terms is written as Term 1 minus Term 2:[/U] [LIST] [*]5y^2/4y^2 [/LIST] [U]The cube of the difference means we raise the difference to the power of 3:[/U] [B](5y^2/4y^2)^3[/B]

the cube of the difference of 5 times x and 4
the cube of the difference of 5 times x and 4 Take this algebraic expression in pieces: 5 times x: 5x The difference of 5x and 4 means we subtract 4 from 5x: 5x - 4 We want to cube this difference, which means we raise the difference to the power of 3. [B](5x - 4)^3[/B]

The difference between a and b is 10
The difference between a and b is 10. The problem asks for an algebraic expression. Let's take each piece one by one: [I]Difference between[/I] means we subtract: a - b The phrase [I]is [/I]means an equation, so we set a - b equal to 10 [B]a - b = 10[/B]

The difference in Julies height and 9 is 48 letting j be Julie's height
The difference in Julies height and 9 is 48 letting j be Julie's height Step 1: If Julie's height is represented with the variable j, then we subtract 9 from j since the phrase [I]difference[/I] means we subtract: j - 9 Step 2: The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set j - 9 equal to 48 for our final algebraic expression: [B]j - 9 = 48[/B]

The difference of a number times 3 and 6 is equal to 7 . Use the variable w for the unknown n
The difference of a number times 3 and 6 is equal to 7 . Use the variable w for the unknown number. The phrase a number uses the variable w. 3 times w is written as 3w The difference of 3w and 6 is written as 3w - 6 Set this equal to 7 [B]3w - 6 = 7 [/B] This is our algebraic expression. To solve this equation for w, we [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=3w-6%3D7&pl=Solve']type the algebraic expression into our search engine[/URL].

The difference of five and five y is the same as eight and two y
The difference of five and five y 5 - 5y eight and two y 8 + 2y The phrase [I]is the same as[/I] means equal to. Set 5 - 5y equal to 8 + 2y for our final algebraic expression [B]5 - 5y = 8 + 2y[/B] [B][/B] If the problem asks you to solve for y: Add 5y to each side: 5 = 8 + 7y Subtract 8 from each side: 7y = -3 Divide each side by 7: [B]y= -3/7[/B]

The difference of twice a number and 6 is at most 28
The difference of twice a number and 6 is at most 28 This is an algebraic expression. Let's take it in parts: [LIST=1] [*]The phrase [I]a number[/I], means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x [*]Twice this number means we multiply x by 2: 2x [*][I]The difference of[/I] means subtract, so we subtract 6 to 2x: 2x - 6 [*][I]Is at most [/I]means less than or equal to, so we create an inequality where 2x - 6 is less than or equal to 28, using the <= sign [/LIST] [B]2x - 6 <= 28 [/B] If you wish to solve this inequality, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=2x-6%3C%3D28&pl=Solve']click this link[/URL].

the difference of twice a number and 8 is at most -30
the difference of twice a number and 8 is at most -30. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. Twice this number means we multiply by 2, so we have 2x. We take the difference of 2x and 8, meaning we subtract 8: 2x - 8 Finally, the phrase [I]at most[/I] means an inequality, also known as less than or equal to: [B]2x - 8 <= 30 <-- This is our algebraic expression [/B] To solve this, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=2x-8%3C%3D30&pl=Solve']type it into the search engine[/URL] and get x <= 19.

the difference of x and y added to twice the sum of a and b
the difference of x and y added to twice the sum of a and b Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]The difference of x and y: x - y [*]The sum of a and b: a + b [*]Twice the sum of a and b means we multiply a + b by 2: 2(a + b) [*]The phrase [I]added to[/I] means we add: [/LIST] [B]x - y + 2(a + b)[/B]

The larger of 2 numbers is 1 more than 3 times the smaller number
The larger of 2 numbers is 1 more than 3 times the smaller number. Let the larger number be l. Let the smaller number be s. The algebraic expression is: 3 times the smaller number is written as: 3s 1 more than that means we add 1 3s + 1 Our final algebraic expression uses the word [I]is[/I] meaning an equation. So we set l equal to 3s + 1 [B]l = 3s + 1[/B]

The length of a train car is 50.6 feet. This is 5.8 feet less than 6 times the width. What is the wi
The length of a train car is 50.6 feet. This is 5.8 feet less than 6 times the width. What is the width? 5.8 feet less than 6 times the width is an algebraic expression: 6w - 5.8 We set this equal to the length of 50.6 6w - 5.8 = 50.6 Add 5.8 to each side: 6w - 5.8 + 5.8 = 50.6 + 5.8 Cancel the 5.8 on the left side: 6w = 56.4 Divide each side by 6: 6w/6 = 56.4/6 [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=6w-5.8%3D50.6&pl=Solve']Typing this problem into the search engine[/URL], we get [B]w = 9.4[/B]. [MEDIA=youtube]gfM-d_Ej728[/MEDIA]

the product of 2 less than a number and 7 is 13
the product of 2 less than a number and 7 is 13 Take this algebraic expression in [U]4 parts[/U]: Part 1 - The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x Part 2 - 2 less than a number means we subtract 2 from x x - 2 Part 3 - The phrase [I]product[/I] means we multiply x - 2 by 7 7(x - 2) Part 4 - The phrase [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 7(x - 2) equal to 13 [B]7(x - 2) = 13[/B]

the product of 8 and 15 more than a number
the product of 8 and 15 more than a number. Take this algebraic expression in pieces. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x 15 more than x means we add 15 to x: x + 15 The product of 8 and 15 more than a number means we multiply 8 by x + 15 [B]8(x + 15)[/B]

the product of a number and 15 is not less than 15
the product of a number and 15 is not less than 15 The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable. Let's call it x. x the product of a number and 15 means we multiply x by 15 15x The phrase [I]not less than[/I] means greater than or equal to. We set 15x greater than prequel to 15 [B]15x >= 15 <-- This is our algebraic expression [/B] [U]If the problem asks you to solve for x:[/U] Divide each side by 15: 15x/15 >= 15/15 [B]x >= 1[/B]

the product of k and 70, minus 15
the product of k and 70, minus 15 Take this algebraic expression in pieces: The product of k and 70 means we multiply 70 times k 70k The word [I]minus[/I] means we subtract 15 from 70k [B]70k - 15[/B]

The product of two consecutive integers is greater than 100
The product of two consecutive integers is greater than 100 Take an integer x. Next consecutive integer is x + 1 The product of those integers is: x(x + 1) This product is greater than 100 which gives us the algebraic expression of: x(x + 1) > 100 IF we want to solve for x: x^2 + x > 100 Subtract 100 from each side: x^2 + x - 100 > 0 [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/quadratic.php?num=x%5E2%2Bx-100%3E0&pl=All&hintnum=+0']Solve this quadratic:[/URL]

The product of x and 7 is not greater than 21
The product of x and 7 is not greater than 21 The product of x and 7: 7x Is not greater than means less than or equal to, so we have our algebraic expression: 7x <= 21 If you want to solve this inequality and interval notation, use our [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/interval-notation-calculator.php?num=7x%3C%3D21&pl=Show+Interval+Notation']calculator[/URL]. [MEDIA=youtube]pyYaiKSI0ZQ[/MEDIA]

the quotient of 3 and u is equal to 52 divided by u
the quotient of 3 and u is equal to 52 divided by u Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: [LIST=1] [*]The quotient of 3 and u means we divide 3 by u: 3/u [*]52 divided by u means we divide 52 by u: 52/u [*]The phrase [I]is equal to[/I] means an equation, so we set (1) equal to (2) [/LIST] [B]3/u = 52/u[/B]

the quotient of 4 more than a number and 7 is 10
the quotient of 4 more than a number and 7 is 10 Take this algebraic expression in pieces: The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x 4 more than a number means we add 4 to x: x + 4 The quotient of 4 more than a number and 7 means we divide x + 4 by 7 (x + 4)/7 The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set (x + 4)/7 equal to 10 to get our algebraic expression of: [B](x + 4)/7 = 10 [/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x, then we cross multiply: x + 4 = 10 * 7 x + 4 = 70 Subtract 4 from each side: x + 4 - 4 = 70 - 4 x = [B]66 [MEDIA=youtube]j-GZLPVKbTM[/MEDIA][/B]

the quotient of d and 182 is the same as w minus 137
The quotient of d and 182 is the same as w minus 137 Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: The quotient of d and 182 d/182 w minus 137 w - 137 The phrase [I]is the same as[/I] means we set d/182 equal to w - 137 [B]d/182 = w - 137[/B]

the ratio of 50 and a number added to the quotient of a number and 10
the ratio of 50 and a number added to the quotient of a number and 10 Take this algebraic expression in parts. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x The ratio of 50 and x means we divide by 50 by x 50/x The quotient of a number and 10 means we have a fraction: x/10 The phrase [I]added to[/I] means we add 50/x to x/10 [B]50/x + x/10[/B]

the ratio of a number x and 4 added to 2
the ratio of a number x and 4 added to 2 Take this algebraic expression in parts. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x The ratio of this number and 4 means we have a fraction: x/4 The phrase [I]added to[/I] means we add 2 to x/4 [B]x/4 + 2[/B]

the reciprocal of the product a and b
the reciprocal of the product a and b Take this algebraic expression in pieces: The product a and b means we multiply a times b ab The [I]reciprocal[/I] means we take 1 over ab [B]1/ab[/B]

The square of a number added to its reciprocal
The square of a number added to its reciprocal The phrase [I]a number [/I]means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. the square of x mean we raise x to the power of 2. It's written as: x^2 The reciprocal of x is 1/x We add these together to get our final algebraic expression: [B]x^2 + 1/x [MEDIA=youtube]ZHut58-AoDU[/MEDIA][/B]

The square of the sum of twice a number x and y
The square of the sum of twice a number x and y Take this in algebraic expression in 3 parts: [LIST=1] [*]Twice a number x means we multiply x by 2: 2x [*]The sum of twice a number x and y means we add y to 2x above: 2x + y [*]The square of the sum means we raise the sum (2x + y) to the second power below: [/LIST] [B](2x + y)^2[/B]

The sum of 2 and w is less than or equal to 27.
The sum of 2 and w is less than or equal to 27. Take this algebraic expression in parts: [LIST] [*]The sum of 2 and w: 2 + w [*]The phrase [I]less than or equal to[/I] means an inequality, using the <= sign. [/LIST] [B]2 + w <= 27[/B]

the sum of 23 and victor age is 59
the sum of 23 and victor age is 59 Let's Victor's age be a. The sum of 23 and Victor's age (a) mean we add a to 23: 23 + a The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 23 + a equal to 59: [B]23 + a = 59[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression Now if the problem asks you to take it a step further and solve this for a, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=23%2Ba%3D59&pl=Solve']we type this equation into our search engine[/URL] and we get: [B]a = 36[/B]

The sum of 4 and x is multiplied by 5. The result is then taken away from 16
The sum of 4 and x is multiplied by 5. The result is then taken away from 16. Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: [U]Part 1: The sum of 4 and x:[/U] 4 + x [U]Part 2: Multiplied by 5:[/U] 5(4 + x) [U]Part 3: The result is then taken away from 16:[/U] [B]16 - 5(4 + x)[/B]

the sum of 5 and y is less than or equal to -21
the sum of 5 and y is less than or equal to -21 Take this algebraic expression in parts: The sum of 5 and y means we add y to 5 5 + y The phrase [I]less than or equal to[/I] -21 means an inequality. We use the <= sign to relate 5 + y to -21 [B]5 + y <= -21[/B]

the sum of 6 and 7, plus 5 times a number, is -12
the sum of 6 and 7, plus 5 times a number, is -12 The sum of 6 and 7 means we add the two numbers: 6 + 7 This evaluates to 13 Next, we take 5 times a number. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. So we multiply x by 5: 5x The first two words say [I]the sum[/I], so we add 13 and 5x 13 + 5x The word [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 13 + 5x equal to -12 [B]13 + 5x = -12[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If the problem asks you to take it a step further and solve for x, then you [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=13%2B5x%3D-12&pl=Solve']type this algebraic expression into our search engine[/URL] and you get: [B]x = -5[/B]

The sum of 9 and victors age is 55
The sum of 9 and victors age is 55 Let v be Victor's age. We have the algebraic expression: [B]v + 9 = 55 [/B] If you want to solve or v, use our [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=v%2B9%3D55&pl=Solve']equation calculator[/URL].

The sum of a and b divided by their product
The sum of a and b divided by their product The sum of a and b means we add b to a: a + b The product of a and b means we multiply a by b: ab To get our final algebraic expression, we divide the sum (a + b) by the product ab: [B](a + b)/ab[/B]

The sum of a number and 5 divided by 8
The sum of a number and 5 divided by 8. Let's take this algebraic expression in parts. Part 1: The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. Part 2: The sum of a number and 5 means we add 5 to the number x x + 5 Part 3: Next, we divide this expression by 8 [B](x + 5)/8[/B]

the sum of a number and itself is 8
A number means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. The sum of a number and itself means adding the number to itself x + x Simplified, we have 2x The word is means equal to, so we have an algebraic expression of: [B]2x= 8 [/B] IF you need to solve this equation, divide each side by 2 [B]x = 4[/B]

The sum Of a number squared and 14
The sum Of a number squared and 14. A number means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. Squared means we raise x to the 2nd power: x^2 The sum means we add x^2 to 14 to get our algebraic expression below: [B]x^2 + 14[/B]

The sum of d and v, all multiplied by 8
The sum of d and v, all multiplied by 8 This is an algebraic expression. The sum of d and v: d + v Multiply this sum by 8: [B]8(d + v)[/B]

the sum of doubling a number and 100 which totals to 160
the sum of doubling a number and 100 which totals to 160 Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [LIST=1] [*]Let the number be n. [*]Double it, means we multiply n by 2: 2n [*]The sum of this and 100 means we add 100 to 2n: 2n + 100 [*]The phrase [I]which totals[/I] means we set 2n + 100 equal to 160 [/LIST] [B]2n + 100 = 160[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If the question asks you to solve for n, then we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=2n%2B100%3D160&pl=Solve']type this equation into our search engine[/URL] and we get: [B]n = 30[/B]

The sum of five and twice a number is 17
The sum of five and twice a number is 17 [U]The phrase a number means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x[/U] x [U]Twice a number means we multiply x by 2:[/U] 2x [U]The sum of five and twice a number means we add 5 to 2x:[/U] 2x + 5 [U]The phrase [I]is[/I] means an equation, so we set 2x + 5 equal to 17 to get our algebraic expression[/U] [B]2x + 5 = 17[/B] [B][/B] As a bonus, if the problem asks you to solve for x, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=2x%2B5%3D17&pl=Solve']type in this algebraic expression into our math engine[/URL] and we get: x = 6

the sum of the cube of a number and 12
the sum of the cube of a number and 12 The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. The cube of a number means we raise x to the power of 3: x^3 Finally, we take the sum of x^3 and 12. Meaning, we add 12 to x^3. This is our final algebraic expression. [B]x^3 + 12[/B]

the sum of the squares of a and b
the sum of the squares of a and b Square of a means we raise a to the 2nd power: a^2 Square of b means we raise b to the 2nd power: b^2 The sum of squares means we add these terms together to get our algebraic expression: [B]a^2 + b^2[/B]

The sum of the sum of x and z and the difference of y and z
The sum of the sum of x and z and the difference of y and z Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: Step 1: The sum of x and z is written as: x + z Step 2: The difference of y and z is written as: y - z Step 3: the sum of the sum and difference is written as: x + z + (y - z) x + z + y - z Cancelling the z terms, we get: [B]x + y [MEDIA=youtube]bmoZXImYCrg[/MEDIA][/B]

The sum of two consecutive integers plus 18 is 123
The sum of two consecutive integers plus 18 is 123. Let our first integer be n and our next integer be n + 1. We have: n + (n + 1) + 18 = 123 Group like terms to get our algebraic expression: 2n + 19 = 123 If we want to solve the algebraic expression using our [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=2n%2B19%3D123&pl=Solve']equation solver[/URL], we get n = 52. This means the next integer is 52 + 1 = 53

The sum of two y and the quantity of three plus y plus twice the quantity two y minus two equals fif
The sum of two y and the quantity of three plus y plus twice the quantity two y minus two equals fifteen The sum of two y and the quantity of three plus y 2y + (3 + y) twice the quantity two y minus two 2(2y - 2) The sum of two y and the quantity of three plus y plus twice the quantity two y minus two 2y + (3 + y) + 2(2y - 2) Equals 15 to get our algebraic expression [B]2y + (3 + y) + 2(2y - 2) = 15[/B] [B][/B] If the problem asks you to solve for yL 2y + 3 + y + 4y - 4 = 15 Group like terms: 7y - 1 = 15 Add 1 each side: 7y = 16 Divide each side by 7: y = [B]16/7[/B]

The sum of two y and three is the same as the difference of three y and one
The sum of two y and three 2y + 3 the difference of three y and one 3y - 1 is the same as means equal to. Set 2y + 3 equal to 3y - 1 for our final algebraic expression: [B]2y + 3 = 3y - 1[/B] [B][/B] If the problem asks you to solve for y, subtract 2y from each side: 3 = y - 1 Add 1 to each side: y = [B]4[/B]

The sum of x and one half of x
The sum of x and one half of x To write this algebraic expression correctly, we have (1 + 1/2)x To get common denominators, we write 1 as 2/2. So we have: (2/2 + 1/2)x [B]3/2x[/B]

The sum of y and z decreased by the difference of m and n
The sum of y and z decreased by the difference of m and n. Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: [LIST=1] [*]The sum of y and z means we add z to y: y + z [*]The difference of m and n means we subtract n from m: m - n [*]The phrase [I]decreased by[/I] means we subtract the quantity (m - n) from the sum (y + z) [/LIST] [B](y + z) - (m - n)[/B]

the total of a and 352 equals a divided by 195
the total of a and 352 equals a divided by 195 Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: [LIST=1] [*]The total of a and 352 means we add 352 to a: a + 352 [*]a divided by 195: a/195 [*]The phrase [I]equals[/I] means we set (1) equal to (2) to get our final algebraic expression: [/LIST] [B]a + 352 = a/195[/B]

There are 12 eggs in a dozen. Write an algebraic expression for the number of eggs in d dozen.
There are 12 eggs in a dozen. Write an algebraic expression for the number of eggs in d dozen. [B]12d[/B]

There are thrice as many girls (g) as there are boys (b)
There are thrice as many girls (g) as there are boys (b) Thrice means we multiply by 3, so we have the following algebraic expression: [B]g = 3b[/B]

Think of a number. Double the number. Subtract 6 from the result and divide the answer by 2. The quo
Think of a number. Double the number. Subtract 6 from the result and divide the answer by 2. The quotient will be 20. What is the number Let's call our number n. Double the number means we multiply n by 2: 2n Subtract 6 from the result means we subtract 6 from 2n: 2n - 6 Divide the answer by 2: (2n - 6)/2 We can simplify this as n - 3 The quotient will be 20. This means the simplified term above is set equal to 20: [B]n - 3 = 20 [/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If you want to take it a step further, and solve for n in the algebraic expression above, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=n-3%3D20&pl=Solve']type this expression into our calculator[/URL], and get: n = 23

Thirty is half of the sum of 4 and a number
Thirty is half of the sum of 4 and a number. The phrase [I]a number[/I] represents an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. The sum of 4 and a number: 4 + x Half of this sum means we divide by 2: (4 + x)/2 Set this equal to 30: [B](4 + x)/2 = 30[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression

Three x is five less than twice x
Twice x means we multiply x by 2: 2x five less than twice x 2x - 5 Three x 3x The word [I]is[/I] means equal to. Set 2x - 5 equal to 3x for our algebraic expression: [B]2x - 5 = 3x [/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x, subtract 2x from each side [B]x = -5[/B]

Tickets to the amusement park cost $12 for adults and $8 for kids. Write on algebraic expression to
Tickets to the amusement park cost $12 for adults and $8 for kids. Write on algebraic expression to show the cost of a adult and k kids Since cost = price * quantity, we have: [B]12a + 8k[/B]

Translate this phrase into an algebraic expression. 57 decreased by twice Mais savings Use the varia
Translate this phrase into an algebraic expression. 57 decreased by twice Mais savings Use the variable m to represent Mais savings. Twice means multiply by 2 2m 57 decreased by means subtract 2m from 57 [B]57 - 2m[/B]

Translate this phrase into an algebraic expression. 58 decreased by twice Gails age. Use the variabl
Translate this phrase into an algebraic expression. 58 decreased by twice Gails age. Use the variable g to represent Gails age. Twice Gail's age: 2g 58 decreased by twice Gail's age [B]58 - 2g[/B]

Translate this sentence into an equation. 43 is the sum of 17 and Gregs age. Use the variable g to
Translate this sentence into an equation. 43 is the sum of 17 and Gregs age. Use the variable g to represent Gregs age. The sum of 17 and Greg's age: g + 17 The word [I]is[/I] means equal to, so we set g + 17 equal to 43 [B]g + 17 = 43[/B] <-- This is our algebraic expression If you want to solve this equation for g, use our [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=g%2B17%3D43&pl=Solve']equation calculator[/URL]. [B]g = 26[/B]

triple c divide the result by a
triple c divide the result by a Take this algebraic expression in pieces. Triple c means we multiply the variable c by 3 3c Divide the result by a, means we take 3c, and divide by a [B]3c/a[/B]

triple the sum of 36 and 6 then add 4
triple the sum of 36 and 6 then add 4 Take this algebraic expression in parts: The sum of 36 and 6: 36 + 6 Triple the sum means we multiply the sum by 3: 3(36 + 6) Then add 4: [B]3(36 + 6) + 4[/B] If the problem asks you to simplify the algebraic expression, we have: 3(42) + 4 126 + 4 [B]130[/B]

Twenty-five is nine more than four times a number
The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable. We can pick any letter a-z except for i and e. Let's choose x. Four times a number: 4x nine more than four times a numbrer 4x + 9 The phrase [I]is[/I] means equal to. We set 4x + 9 equal to 25 as our algebraic expression: [B]4x + 9 = 25 [/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x, we [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=4x%2B9%3D25&pl=Solve']type it in our math solver[/URL] and get: x = [B]4[/B]

Twenty-five is the same as ten added to twice a number
The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable. We can pick any letter a-z except for i and e. Let's choose x. Twice a number means we multiply x by 2: 2x ten added to twice a number 2x + 10 The phrase [I]is the same as [/I]means equal to. Set 25 equal to 2x + 10 to get our algebraic expression [B]25 = 2x + 10 [/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x, [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=25%3D2x%2B10&pl=Solve']type it in our math solver [/URL]and get x = [B]7.5[/B]

Twice a number decreased by eight is zero
The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable. We can pick any letter a-z except for i and e. Let's choose x. Twice a number: 2x decreased by eight 2x - 8 [I]is [/I]means equal to. Set 2x - 8 equal to zero for our algebraic expression: [B]2x - 8 = 0 [/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x, add 8 to each side: 2x = 8 Divide each side by 2: x= [B]4[/B]

twice the difference of a number and 3 is equal to 3 times the sum of a number and 2
twice the difference of a number and 3 is equal to 3 times the sum of a number and 2. We've got 2 algebraic expressions here. Let's take them in parts. Left side algebraic expression: twice the difference of a number and 3 [LIST] [*]The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. [*]The word [I]difference[/I] means we subtract 3 from the variable x [*]x - 3 [*]Twice this difference means we multiply (x - 3) by 2 [*]2(x - 3) [/LIST] Right side algebraic expression: 3 times the sum of a number and 2 [LIST] [*]The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. [*]The word [I]sum[/I] means we add 2 to the variable x [*]x + 2 [*]3 times the sum means we multiply (x + 2) by 3 [*]3(x + 2) [/LIST] Now, we have both algebraic expressions, the problem says [I]is equal to[/I] This means we have an equation, where we set the left side algebraic expression equal to the right side algebraic expression using the equal sign (=) to get our answer [B]2(x - 3) = 3(x + 2)[/B]

twice the difference of a number and 55 is equal to 3 times the sum of a number and 8
twice the difference of a number and 55 is equal to 3 times the sum of a number and 8 Take this algebraic expression in pieces. Left side: The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x The difference of this number and 55 means we subtract 55 from x x - 55 Twice the difference means we multiply x - 55 by 2 2(x - 55) Right side: The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x The sum of a number and 8 means we add 8 to x x + 8 3 times the sum means we multiply x + 8 by 3 3(x + 8) Now that we have the left and right side of the expressions, we see the phrase [I]is equal to[/I]. This means an equation, so we set the left side equal to the right side: [B]2(x - 55) = 3(x + 8)[/B]

Twice the quantity of seven plus x is the same as the difference of x and seven
seven plus x 7 + x Twice the quantity of seven plus x 2(7 + x) Difference of x and seven x - 7 The phrase [I]is the same as[/I] means equal to. This is our algebraic expression: [B]2(7 + x) = x - 7 [/B] If the problem asks you to solve for x, distribute 2 on the left side: 14 + 2x = x - 7 Subtract x from the right side 14 + x = -7 Subtract 14 from each side [B]x = -21[/B]

twice the square of the product of x and y
twice the square of the product of x and y Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [LIST] [*]The product of x and y means we multiply x and y: xy [*]The square of the product means we raise xy to the power of 2: (xy)^2 = x^2y^2 [*]Twice the square means we multiply the square by 2: [B]2x^2y^2[/B] [/LIST]

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vw^2+y=x for w
vw^2+y=x for w This is an algebraic expression. Subtract y from each side: vw^2 + y - y = x - y The y's cancel on the left side, so we're left with: vw^2 = x - y Divide each side by v w^2 = (x - y)/v Take the square root of each side: w = [B]Sqrt((x - y)/v)[/B]

What is the sum of a number x and y raised to the power of two in algebraic expression
What is the sum of a number x and y raised to the power of two in an algebraic expression? The sum of a number x and y: x + y Raise this to the power of 2 (x + y)^2

When 20 is subtracted from 3 times a certain number, the result is 43
A certain number means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x x 3 times x 3x 20 is subtracted from 3 time x 3x - 20 The result is means equal to, so we set 3x - 20 equal to 43 for our algebraic expression [B]3x - 20 = 43 [/B] If you need to solve this, use our [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=3x-20%3D43&pl=Solve']equation calculator[/URL]: [B]x = 21[/B]

When 54 is subtracted from the square of a number, the result is 3 times the number.
When 54 is subtracted from the square of a number, the result is 3 times the number. This is an algebraic expression. Let's take it in parts. The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it "x". x Square the number, means raise it to the 2nd power: x^2 Subtract 54: x^2 - 54 The phrase [I]the result[/I] means an equation, so we set x^2 - 54 equal to 3 [B]x^2 - 54 = 3[/B]

When 9 is subtracted from 5 times a number ,the result is 31
When 9 is subtracted from 5 times a number ,the result is 31 A number means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. 5 times this number is written as 5x. 9 subtracted from this is written as 5x - 9 [I]The result[/I] means we have an equation, so we set [B]5x - 9 = 31[/B]. This is our algebraic expression. Now if we want to solve for x, we [URL='http://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=5x-9%3D31&pl=Solve']plug this equation into the search engine [/URL]and get [B]x = 8[/B].

When a number is doubled, the result is 36
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When twice a number is reduced by 15 you get 95 what is the number
When twice a number is reduced by 15 you get 95 what is the number? The phrase [I]a number[/I] means an arbitrary variable, let's call it x. x [I]Twice[/I] x means we multiply x by 2 2x [I]Reduced by[/I] 15 means we subtract 15 2x - 15 [I]You get[/I] means equal to, as in an equation. Set 2x - 15 = 95 2x - 15 = 95 <-- This is our algebraic expression. [URL='https://www.mathcelebrity.com/1unk.php?num=2x-15%3D95&pl=Solve']Type 2x - 15 = 95 into the search engine[/URL] and we get [B]x = 55[/B].

write an algebraic expression for 197 times y
write an algebraic expression for 197 times y [B]197y [/B] This can also be found by typing 197 times y into our search engine

Write an algebraic expression for 8 multiplied by the result of u reduced by 11.
Write an algebraic expression for 8 multiplied by the result of u reduced by 11. u [I]reduced by[/I] 11 Reduced by means subtract 11 from u. So we have: u - 11 We multiply this expression by 8 to get our algebraic expression of: [B]8(u - 11)[/B]

x add y, multiply by z then subtract d
x add y, multiply by z then subtract d Take this algebraic expression in pieces: [LIST] [*]x add y: x + y [*]multiply by z: z(x + y) [*]Subtract d: [B]z(x + y) - d[/B] [/LIST]

X is at least as large as 4
X is at least as large as 4. This is an algebraic expression, where the phrase [I]at least as large as[/I] means greater than or equal to: [B]x >=4[/B]

y minus 10 is equal to the product of y and 8
y minus 10 is equal to the product of y and 8. Take this algebraic expression in 3 parts: Part 1: y minus 10 Subtract 10 from the variable y y - 10 Part 2: The product of y and 8 We multiply 8 by the variable y 8y Part 3: The phrase [I]is equal to[/I] means an equation, so we set y - 10 equal to 8y [B]y - 10 = 8y[/B]

You started this year with $491 saved and you continue to save an additional $11 per month. Write an
You started this year with $491 saved and you continue to save an additional $11 per month. Write an algebraic expression to represent the total amount of money saved after m months. Set up a savings function for m months [B]S(m) = 491 + 11m[/B]

Your job pays you $7 per hour. What is the algebraic expression if you worked h hours?
Your job pays you $7 per hour. What is the algebraic expression if you worked h hours? If your pay is rate times hours, we have: [B]7h[/B]

z , subtract 5 then times by 3
z , subtract 5 then times by 3 Take this algebraic expression two parts: [LIST] [*]z subtract 5: z - 5 [*][I]Then times by 3[/I] means we multiply the expression z - 5 by 3 [/LIST] [B]3(z - 5)[/B]

z fewer than the difference of 5 and y
z fewer than the difference of 5 and y Take this algebraic expression in parts: The difference of 5 and y means we subtract y from 5 5 - y z fewer than this difference means we subtract z from 5 - y [B]5 - y - z[/B]