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What is eight more than 3 times a number in algebraic expression

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Word form: eight more than 3 times a number

Algebraic expression: 8+3x

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Let's call this number x.

3 times this number would be 3x.

Eight more than 3x would be 3x + 8, as you're adding on the 8 to the 3x.

Therefore, your final answer is 3x + 8. :)

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