How do you model relationships with variables and equations? Section 1-1 How do you model relationships with variables and equations?
Vocabulary Variable- Algebraic Expression- a symbol, usually a letter, that represents one or more numbers a mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables, and operation symbols.
Vocab cont. a mathematical sentence that uses an equal sign Equation- Open Sentence- an equation that contains one or more variables
Examples Write an algebraic expression for each phrase: Seven more than n The quotient of n and 9 7 less than twice a number n
Examples iTunes sells albums for $9.95 each. Write an equation that best represents the cost (c) of a given number (n) of albums?