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Translating the following mathematical expressions into phrases


x^(2)-12

(2x)/(3) +1

x^(3)-8

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Answer:

Explanation:

The first expression reads "x squared less (or minus) 12."

The second expression becomes "the quotient 2x/3 plus one." Note that 2x/3 must be computed before "one" is added, due to order of operations rules.

The third expression reads "8 less than the cube of x."

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Answer:

1) a number squared, reduced by 12

2) the quantity of twice a number divided by 3, increased by 1

Explanation:

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