Question

Write an algebraic expression for each word expression. Then evaluate the expression for these values of the variable : 1/2,4,and 6.5

1.) The quotient of p and 4

2.) 4 less than the sum of x and five

Answer 1

1)p/4,2,1,1.625 2)x+1,3/2,5,7.5

Explanation:

1) p/4

1/2 divided by 4=2

4/4=1

6.5/4=1.625

2) x+1

1/2+1=3/2

4+1=5

6.5+1=7.5