Math Problem Statement

Write the expression. Then, complete the statements.

twice the difference of a number and seven

A 2-column table with 4 rows. Column 1 is labeled Key Words with entries twice, the difference of, a number, seven. Column 2 is labeled Replace with entries 2 times, (minus), n, 7.

The word “twice” means . The words “the difference of” indicate

. The expression is written as .

Solution

Let's break down the problem step by step according to the table provided.

The words and their replacements:

Key WordsReplace with
twice2 times
the difference of(minus)
a numbern
seven7

Completing the statements:

  1. The word "twice" means 2 times.
  2. The words "the difference of" indicate subtraction (minus).
  3. The expression is written as 2(n - 7).

Would you like to go over more examples or have any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions for practice:

  1. How would you write "twice the sum of a number and five"?
  2. What does "three times the difference of a number and four" look like as an expression?
  3. Can you write an expression for "half the difference of a number and eight"?
  4. How would you express "the difference of twice a number and three"?
  5. What is the result of plugging in n=10n = 10 into the expression 2(n7)2(n - 7)?

Tip: When dealing with phrases like "the difference of," focus on identifying the operation first, and then apply the other operations (like multiplication or addition).