Creating Algebraic Expressions

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Learning Objective

I can write algebraic expressions that model real-world situations using appropriate mathematical symbols.

Lesson Flow

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14 min

5 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

A concert ticket costs $25, and there is an additional fee of $10 for each VIP pass purchased. If p represents the number of VIP passes purchased, write an expression for the total cost of attending the concert. A bookstore sells notebooks for $5 each and charges a flat shipping fee of $8. If n represents the number of notebooks ordered, write an expression for the total cost of the order including shipping.

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