Question

Which of the following verbal expressions represents the algebraic expression (x/2) + 5?

(a) Half of five more than a number
(b) Twice a number and five
(c) Five more than half a number
(d) Half of five less than a number

Answer 1

The verbal expression that represents the algebraic expression (x/2) + 5 is 'Five more than half a number'.

Step-by-step explanation:

The algebraic expression (x/2) + 5 can be represented by the verbal expression 'Five more than half a number'.

To understand why, let's break down the expression. 'Half a number' refers to (x/2) and 'Five more than half a number' refers to adding 5 to (x/2). Thus, the verbal expression that represents the algebraic expression is 'Five more than half a number'.