Question

Write an algebraic expression for each of the following.
1. one half of a number
2. one third of a number
3. double a number
4. the product a number and three increased by six
5. the product a number and five decreased by eight​

Answer 1

Answer:

1. one half of a number   -  $\frac{x}{2}$

2. one third of a number - $\frac{x}{3}$

3. double a number - 2x

4. the product a number and three increased by six -       $3x + 6$

5. the product a number and five decreased by eight​ -     $5x - 8$