Q39. - Algebra 1

Question

Define a variable to represent a real-life quantity, such as time in minutes or distance in feet. Then use the variable to write an algebraic expression to represent one of your daily activities. Describe in words what your expression represents and explain your reasoning.

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The required equation is $x–7=10$, where $x$ represents a number. The equation represents the number of candies in a bag is seven less than a number equal to ten.

Step 1. Apply the concept of Verbal expression.

A mathematical statement that is expressed in words is known as a verbal expression.

Step 2. Define a variable and equation.

Let $x$ represents a number.

We assume that the equation is $x-7=10$.

Step 3. Write the algebraic expression into verbal expression.

The algebraic expressions $x-7=10$ represent the number of candies in a bag is seven less than a number equals ten.