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This resource by Monica Yuskaitis explores the fundamentals of multiplication expressions involving variables. It defines key terms such as 'product' and 'times', and illustrates how to express multiplication problems using variables. Learn how to phrase multiplication expressions like “the product of 5 and a number c” or “7 times a number t” with clear examples. The placement rule for writing variables is also highlighted, ensuring correct algebraic expression formation. Perfect for students looking to master multiplication in algebra.
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Multiplication Expressions By Monica Yuskaitis
Definitions • Product – the answer to a multiplication problem. • Times – multiply.
Word Phrases • The product of 5 and a number c • Seven time a number t • 6 multiplied by a number d 5 x c or 5c 7 x t or 7t 6 x d or 6d
Placement Rule • Always write the variable after the number. b x 6 write 6b
Write an algebraic expression • 24 multiplied by a number • Product of 32 and a number • 300 times a number 24n 32n 300n
Using parentheses 4 x b • 4 (b) • (4) b • (4b)