Writing Expressions from Word Problems
Instructions: Read each word problem carefully and write an algebraic expression using the given variable. Do not solve the problems.
1. Sarah has n pencils. Her friend gives her 7 more pencils. Write an expression for the total number of pencils Sarah has now.
Expression: _________________________
2. A rectangle has a length of m metres. Its width is 5 metres less than its length. Write an expression for the width of the rectangle.
Expression: _________________________
3. Tom runs k kilometres each day. Write an expression for the total distance he runs in 6 days.
Expression: _________________________
4. A packet of biscuits costs p dollars. Write an expression for the cost of 4 packets of biscuits.
Expression: _________________________
5. Jessica has x stickers. She gives 12 stickers to her brother. Write an expression for the number of stickers Jessica has left.
Expression: _________________________
6. A number y is divided equally among 3 friends. Write an expression for how much each friend receives.
Expression: _________________________
7. The temperature in the morning was t degrees. By afternoon, it increased by 8 degrees. Write an expression for the afternoon temperature.
Expression: _________________________
8. A book has b pages. Lucy has read 25 pages. Write an expression for the number of pages she has left to read.
Expression: _________________________
9. James earns w dollars per hour. Write an expression for how much he earns in 5 hours.
Expression: _________________________
10. A pizza is cut into s slices. If 4 slices are eaten, write an expression for the number of slices remaining.
Expression: _________________________