Math Problem Statement

translate the expression 18 less than of a number

Solution

The expression "18 less than a number" can be translated into a mathematical expression as:

x18x - 18

where xx represents the number.

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Here are 5 related questions to explore:

  1. How would you translate "20 more than a number" into a mathematical expression?
  2. If the number xx is 25, what is "18 less than that number"?
  3. What does the expression x10x - 10 represent in words?
  4. How do you translate "a number decreased by 5" into a mathematical expression?
  5. Can you solve for xx if x18=12x - 18 = 12?

Tip: Phrases like "less than" indicate subtraction, and the number being subtracted usually comes after the variable in the expression.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Arithmetic
Mathematical Expressions

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8