Math Problem Statement

Which three of the options below are equations? Write a sentence to explain the difference between an equation and an expression.

Solution

Let's solve the problem step by step:


Part (a) Identifying the Equations:

An equation is a mathematical statement that contains an equals sign (=), indicating that two expressions are equal.

From the options provided:

  1. d=3d19d = 3d - 19 → This is an equation (contains an "=" sign). ✅
  2. 16d16d → This is not an equation (no "=" sign). ❌
  3. d=14d = 14 → This is an equation (contains an "=" sign). ✅
  4. 7018d70 - 18d → This is not an equation (no "=" sign). ❌
  5. 4d+154d + 15 → This is not an equation (no "=" sign). ❌
  6. 25=d25 = d → This is an equation (contains an "=" sign). ✅

Answer: The three equations are: d=3d19d = 3d - 19, d=14d = 14, and 25=d25 = d.


Part (b) Difference Between an Equation and an Expression:

  • An equation is a mathematical statement that shows equality between two expressions, containing an equals sign (=).
  • An expression is a mathematical phrase made up of variables, constants, and operations, but it does not include an equals sign.

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Related Questions:

  1. What steps would you follow to solve the equation d=3d19d = 3d - 19?
  2. How do you convert an expression like 4d+154d + 15 into an equation?
  3. What are some real-life examples of equations and expressions?
  4. What does it mean to "simplify" an expression like 16d16d?
  5. How can we verify that a solution satisfies an equation?

Tip:

When distinguishing between an equation and an expression, look for the equals sign! If there isn’t one, it’s an expression.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Equations
Expressions
Algebra

Formulas

Identifying equations using the equals sign (=)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8