Math Example: Language of Math--Numerical Expressions--Addition--Example 23

Topic

Numerical Expressions

Description

This example illustrates the conversion of the phrase "Eight in addition to negative eight" into a numerical expression. The image demonstrates how this verbal statement translates to the expression -8 + 8, highlighting that "in addition to" is equivalent to "plus" in mathematical language.

Understanding phrases like "in addition to" is crucial for students to correctly interpret and translate verbal statements into numerical expressions, especially when dealing with positive and negative numbers. This skill helps students bridge the gap between everyday language and mathematical notation.

Exposure to various examples of numerical expressions with negative numbers helps students become comfortable with these concepts. This repetition reinforces their understanding and improves their ability to apply these ideas in diverse mathematical situations.

Teacher Script: In this example, we see the phrase "in addition to" used with a negative number. How does this affect the order of the numbers in our expression? What do you think the result of this addition will be, and why?

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