Math Problem Statement

Translate the following verbal descriptions into mathematical expressions: 1) Twice the sum of a number and -8. 2) The quotient of a number and 2 subtracted from 12. 3) Eight less than the product of -2 and a number is 14.

Solution

The image shows a set of algebraic expressions that require translation from verbal descriptions into mathematical equations. Here's a breakdown of the statements and their corresponding equations:

  1. "Twice the sum of a number and -8."

    • This translates to 2(x8)2(x - 8), where xx is the unknown number.
  2. "The quotient of a number and 2 subtracted from 12."

    • This becomes 12x212 - \frac{x}{2}, where xx represents the unknown number.
  3. "Eight less than the product of -2 and a number is 14."

    • This can be written as 2x8=14-2x - 8 = 14, where xx is the unknown number.

Would you like further details on solving any of these equations, or do you have other questions?

Here are five related questions you could explore:

  1. How do you solve 2(x8)=202(x - 8) = 20 for xx?
  2. What is the solution for 12x2=612 - \frac{x}{2} = 6?
  3. How do you isolate xx in 2x8=14-2x - 8 = 14?
  4. Can you simplify 2(x8)+4x=02(x - 8) + 4x = 0?
  5. How do you graph 12x212 - \frac{x}{2} on a coordinate plane?

Tip: Always check your work by substituting your solution back into the original equation to verify the correctness!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Translation of Verbal Statements to Algebraic Expressions

Formulas

Twice the sum of a number and -8: 2(x - 8)
The quotient of a number and 2 subtracted from 12: 12 - (x / 2)
Eight less than the product of -2 and a number is 14: -2x - 8 = 14

Theorems

Basic algebraic operations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8