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Real-World Expression Applications
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Real-World Expression Applications
Write an algebraic expression for each situation. For explanation questions, describe what the numbers, variable, and operations mean.
Writing Expressions
Use the variable shown in each question.
1.Camila earns $9 for each hour she walks dogs. Write an expression for her earnings after h hours.
2.A museum charges $11 per admission ticket and $4 for each audio guide. Write an expression for the cost of t tickets and t audio guides.
3.Ethan has 32 stickers and gets c more stickers. Write an expression for the number of stickers he has then.
4.Each tray holds 6 muffins. Write an expression for the number of muffins in b full trays.
Understanding and Using Expressions
Think about what each number, variable, and operation represents in a real situation.
5.The expression 18 + 4p gives the total price of a purchase. Describe one possible purchase and explain what 18, 4, and p represent.
6.Match each expression with the situation it represents.
- A. 30 - r
- B. 7q
- C. 52 + a
- 2. The amount remaining from $30 after spending r dollars
- 1. The cost of q notebooks at $7 each
- 3. The temperature after it increases a degrees from 52°F
7.Invent a real-world situation represented by 8w + 6. Write your situation and explain what 8, w, and 6 mean.
8.A community pool charges a $19 entry fee for a season pass, plus $12 for each swimming lesson. Write an expression for the total cost of a pass and s lessons.
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