Algebraic ExpressionsAn expression is one or more operations involving numbers and/or variables.
5 + 4 – 7 is an example of a numerical expression because it consists of just numbers
3x + 1 is an example of an algebraic expression because it consists of numbers and variables.
Algebraic expressions can be written from verbal descriptions if you are aware of key operational words such as:
Add
Sum, total, plus, increased, increased by, gain, raise, more. . .
Subtract
Difference, minus, decreased by, loss, fewer, less, take away. . .
Multiply
Double, triple, twice, product, percent of, fraction of. . .
Divide
Quotient of, divide by, equally, per. . .
Follow the link below to view more examples of algebraic expressions. As you move the cursor over the pink box, the correct translation will appear.