Question

Match the algebraic expressions given below with the verbal phrases.

5n - 2
2(5 + n)
2n + 5
4n/2
2 - 5n
______________
The sum of twice a number and 5:

2 less than 5 times a number:

The product of 5 and a number less than 2:

Half of 5 times a number:

Twice the sum of 5 and a number:

Answer 1

Explanation:

5n - 2 => 2 less than 5 times a number

2(5 + n)=> Twice the sum of 5 and a number

2n + 5 => The sum of twice a number and 5

5n/2 => Half of 5 times a number:

2 - 5n => The product of 5 and a number less than 2