Question

Write the phrase as an expression. THEN SIMPLIFY THE EXPRESSION. 7 plus sum of a number x and 5. please help.

Answer 1

`Expression = 7 + x + 5`

`Simplified = 12 + x`

Explanation:

Required:

Write as an expression and simplify

The sum of a number, x and 5 can be represented as: x + 5

So, the expression becomes: 7 + x + 5

`Expression = 7 + x + 5`

Solving further:

Collect Like terms

`Expression = 7 + 5 + x`

Add like terms

`Expression = 12 + x`

Hence, the simplified expression is: 12 + x