IXL | Write variable expressions: two or three operations

Write an expression for the sequence of operations described below.

add

and 2, then multiply

by the result

Do not simplify any part of the expression.

ref_doc_title.

Learn with an example

Write an expression for the sequence of operations described below.

add

and 7, then subtract

from the result

Do not simplify any part of the expression.

When writing mathematical expressions, look for keywords to help you identify the operations.

Look for keywords.

add

and 7, then subtract

from the result

Use the keywords to convert the description into an expression, one operation at a time.

add

and 7, then subtract

from the result

then subtract

from the result

then subtract

from the result

(

)

–

Looking for more? Try these:

$Confetti$

Now entering the Challenge Zone—are you ready?

Teacher tools

Work it out

Not feeling ready yet? These can help: