Q27. - Algebra 1

Question

Write an algebraic expression for each verbal expression.  

$k$ squared minus 11

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The required algebraic expression is $k^2-11$.

Step 1. Apply the concept of verbal expression.

An algebraic expression is a combination of constants, variables, and arithmetic operations.

Step 2. Write given information.

The given verbal expression is “$k$ squared minus 11”.

The verbal expression “$k$ squared” means $k\times k=k^2$.

Step 3. Write the verbal expression into an algebraic expression.

Thus, the algebraic expression for “$k$ squared minus 11” is $k^2-11$.