Q. Write the following phrase as a variable expression. Use x to represent
Identify key terms: Identify the key terms in the phrase. The phrase "the sum of a number and 3" indicates an addition operation between an unknown number and the number 3.
Choose variable: Choose a variable to represent the unknown number. We will use x to represent "a number."
Translate into expression: Translate the phrase into a mathematical expression. The word "sum" indicates addition, so we combine x and 3 with an addition sign between them.
Write variable expression: Write the variable expression. The translation of the phrase "the sum of a number and three" using x as the variable is x+3.
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