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Exercises: Interpret Expressions in Context

Work through each section in order. Read each problem carefully — some ask you to interpret what an expression means, not just compute its value. Show your work where indicated.

Grade 9·23 problems·~45 min·Common Core Math - HS Algebra·standard·hsa-sse-a-1

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Consider the expression $7x - 3$ .

Which statement correctly identifies its parts?

Two terms: $7x$ and $-3$ . The coefficient of $x$ is 7.

One term: $7x - 3$ . The coefficient is $-3$ .

Two terms: $7$ and $x - 3$ . The coefficient of $x$ is 1.

Three terms: $7$ , $x$ , and $-3$ .