Chapter 1.3, Problem 13IP

To determine

Translate the phrase into an algebraic expression. Twenty four pieces of candy divided among some students.

Answer to Problem 13IP

  $\frac{24}{n}$

Explanation of Solution

Given:

Twenty four pieces of candy divided among some students.

In order to translate the phrase into an algebraic expression. Twenty four pieces of candy divided among some students, let n be the number of students, and then twenty four pieces of candy divided among some students implies that divide 24 by the number of students, as shown below:

  $\frac{24}{n}$

So, the algebraic expression is $\frac{24}{n}$ .