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Mathematics 7

“Differentiating Algebraic
Expressions, Equations and
Inequalities”

Ms. Ma. Vicenta J. Ferrer

Math Teacher

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 Differentiating Algebraic Expressions and Equations
Lesson 1
Algebraic Expression
In Mathematics, algebraic expression is defined as a phrase that groups
together numbers/constants, letters/variables or their combination joined by
operations to represent the value of something.
It does not contain an equal sign (=) and does not show any relationship.
It can be simplified by combining like terms.
It can be evaluated by replacing values in place of the variables to arrive at
a numerical value. Examples of Algebraic Expressions:

• 2x – 4
−1
• y+ 7
4
• 2y
• 4x (x + y)
• (x2 +2) (x – 3)
Equation
In Mathematics, the term equation means a statement of equality. It is a
sentence in which two expressions are joined together. In order to satisfy the
equation, it is important to determine the value of its variable which is known as
the solution.
It can be conditional or an identity. If the equation is conditional, then the
equality of the two expressions is true for a definite value of a variable involved.
However, if the equation is an identity, then the equality is true to all values held
by the variable.
Examples of Equations:
• 4x + 2 = 8
• 2l + 2w = p
• a+b+c=0
• 5x3 + 3 = 2
3
• x- =5
4
To sum it up, the points given below summarize the differences between
expression and equation.

Key Differences Between Algebraic Expressions and Equations

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 Expression
 An algebraic expression is a
mathematical phrase that
groups together numbers,
variables, operators to show
the value of something.
 An algebraic expression is a
phrase that stands for a single
numerical value.
 An algebraic expression is
simplified through evaluation
where we substitute values in
place of the variable.
 An algebraic expression has
no relation symbol.
 An algebraic expression is
one-sided there is no
separation like left or right.
 The answer of an algebraic
expression is either an
expression or a numerical
value.
The explanation above clearly shows the differences between these two
mathematical concepts.
Differentiating Equations and Inequalities
Lesson 2
Equation
 An equation is described as a
mathematical statement with
two expressions set equal to
each other.
 An equation is a sentence
showing equality between two
expressions.
 An equation can be solved.
 An equation is indicated by an
equal sign (=).
 An equation is two-sided,
where an equal sign separates
the left and the right side.
 The answer in an equation
could be true or false.
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 A. Equation Checking
1. 3x = 12 = 12 Given
3(4) = 12 Substitution
12 = 12 TRUE x = 12
1.
is true
3x
is the only Hence, the equation
solution 3 when x = 4.
2. 5x + 3 = 13 Given
5x + 3 – 3 = 13– 3 Substitution
2. 5x + 3 = 13
5(2) + 3 = 13 Simplifying

10 + 3 = 13 TRUE

5x = 13 = 13
+ 3 = 13 is
10
is the only Hence, the equation 5x
solution true when x = 2.

A. Equation Checking
3. 3x – 9 = 6 6=6 Given
3x – 9 + 9 = 6 + 9 Substitution
3. 3x – 9 = 6
3x = 15
3(5) – 9 = 6 Simplifying
15 – 9 =13 TRUE
x=5
Hence, the 9 = 6 is true
is the only equation 3xwhen x = 5.
solution

4. 9y = 27 9y = 27 Given
9 (3) = 27 Substitution
27 = 27 TRUE
4.
y=3 Hence, the equation 9y
when y = 3. = 27 is true

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 B. Inequality Checking
1. y < 4 1. y < 4
Possible Answers: {...,-1, 0, 1, 2, When:
3} y = 3 by substitution
3 < 4 (True)
y = 2 by substitution
2 < 4 (True)
y = 1 by substitution
1 < 4 (True)
Note:
There are infinitely many values of {...,-1, 0, 1, 2, 3} are possible answers
y that satisfy the given since they make the
Mathematical sentence. Mathematical sentence true.

2. x ≤ 8 3. x ≤ 8 When:
Possible Answers: {8, 7, 6,…}

x = 8 by substitution
8 ≤ 8 (True)
x = 7 by substitution
7 ≤ 8 (True)
x = 6 by subsitution
6 ≤ 8 (True)

{8, 7, 6,…} are possible answers

since they make the Mathematical
sentence true.

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 3. z > 10 3. z > 10
Possible Answers: {11, 12, 13, When:
…}
x = 11 by substitution
11 > 10 (True)
x = 12 by substitution
12 > 4 (True)
x = 13 by substitution
13 > 4 (True)

{11, 12, 13,…} are possible answers

since they make the Mathematical
sentence true.

4. z ≥ -2 4. z ≥ -2
Possible Answers: {-2,-1, 0, 1, When:
…}
z = -2 by substitution
-2 ≥ 4 (True)

z = -1
-1 ≥ 4 (True)
z=0
0≥4 (True)

z=1
1 ≥ 4 (True)
{-2,-1, 0, 1,…} are possible
answers since they make the
Mathematical sentence true.

Remember:
Equation is a Mathematical sentence indicating that two expressions are
equal. It uses the symbol “=”. It is an equation of the first degree that contains
only one solution.
Inequality is a Mathematical sentence indicating that two expressions are
not equal. It uses the symbols <, >, ≤, ≥ and ≠. An inequality has many solutions.

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 Activity Sheet Math 7

Name: ______________________________________________ Gr. & Sec.:

_______________
Note: Please submit only your activity sheet.

Lesson 1.
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer and encircle it.
1. Which of the following has an equal (=) sign that separates the left side
from the right side?
A. algebraic expression C. inequality
B. equation D. all of these
2. Which of the following statements describes an algebraic expression?
A. There is an equal sign.
B. There is a relation symbol.
C. There is a definite solution.
D. There is no separation like left or right.
3. Which one is a phrase that stands for a single numerical value?
A. algebraic expression C. inequality
B. equation D. all of these

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4. What is that phrase which groups together numbers/constants,
letters/variables or their combination joined by operations to represent the
value of something?
A. algebraic expression C. inequality
B. equation D. all of these
5. Which of the following represents an equation?
i. 3c ii. 2a + b iii. x + 15 = -6
A. i only C. i and iii only
B. iii only D. ii and iii only
6. What sentence shows the equality between two algebraic expressions?
A. algebraic expression C. inequality
B. equation D. all of these
7. Which of the following is an example of an algebraic expression?
A. 5a + 2 = 5 C. x = -15
B. - 4c – 3 D. 45x + 3 = 10
8. Which of the following is a representation of an equation?
A. 46x + 6 C. 64x2y3
B. 48 > 3a D. 8a – 4 = 5
9. An algebraic expression is described as a mathematical statement with
two expressions set as equal to each other.
A. Always true C. Never true
B. Sometimes true D. Cannot be determined
10. Which of the following represents an algebraic expression?
i. 3c ii. 2a + b iii. x + 15 = -6
A. i only C. i and iii only
B. i and ii only D. iii only
II. Identify which are algebraic expressions and which are equations.

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 Algebraic Expressions Equations

Lesson 2
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer and encircle it.
1. What concept is represented by 2a + 3b = 10?
A. equation B. expression C. inequality D. mathematical
phrase
2. Which of the following represents an inequality?
A. x – 2 = 12 B. 2x - 7=12 C. 2x > 12 D. 9 – 7x =12
3. What symbol denotes equality?
A. < B. > C. ≤ D. =
4. The following is an example of inequality?
A. 2x + 7 = 10 C. 2x (7) = 10
B. 2x – 7 = 10 D. 2x > 12
5. Which of the following is the symbol used for greater than or equal to?
A. < B. ≤ C. ≥ D. =
6. What is the value equivalent to 23?
A. 2 B. 4 C. 6 D. 8
7. Which equation is correct?
A. 42 = 18 B. 7(5) = 28 C. 5(6) = 6(6) D. (42)3 =
16(3)
8. What is 1+2(3) equal to?
A. – 9 B. – 7 C. 7 D. 9
9. What do you call this mathematical sentence 5x – 2 > 10?

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 A. equation C. inequality
B. expression D. all of the choices
10. Which of the following is the symbol for less than or equal to?
A. < B. ≤ C. ≥ D. =

II. Identify the given expressions in the box whether it is an equation or

inequality.

Table:
Equations Inequalities
1. 1.
2. 2.
3. 3.
4. 4.

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