Q. 34 - Algebra 2

Question

Write a verbal expression to represent each equation.

$7-\frac{1}{2}x=\frac{3}{x^2}$

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

Half of a number decreased from 7 is equal to the division between 3 and square of that number.

Step 1. Observe the provided equation

According to the statement there is a variable so consider that variable as a number. There is a subtraction which indicates towards decrement. All the operations result in a division between the square of that number and 3.

Step 2. Use the observation

By using the observation form the verbal expression that is “Half of a number decreased from 7 is equal to the division between 3 and square of that number”,

Step 3. Make the conclusion

As the obtained verbal expression is completely matching with the provided equation so obtained verbal expression is the required expression.