Second Quarter – Module 29

Differentiating Algebraic
Expressions and Equations
Mathematics – Grade 7
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Second Quarter – Module 29: Differentiating Algebraic Expressions and
Equations
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Mathematics
Second Quarter – Module 29
Differentiating Algebraic
Expressions and Equations

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 Table of Contents

What I Need to Know ---------------- 1

What I Know ---------------- 1

What’s In ---------------- 4

What’s New ---------------- 5

What is It ---------------- 6

What’s More ---------------- 8

What I Have Learned ---------------- 9

What I Can Do ---------------- 10

Assessment ---------------- 11

Additional Activities ---------------- 13

Answer Key ---------------- 14

References ---------------- 15

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 What I Need to Know

In Mathematics, you might have encountered terms, expressions and

equations very often. As both combine number and/or variables, people often
misunderstand an expression from an equation. However, these two
mathematical terms are not the same. A big difference lies in their
arrangement. That explains what they represent. The best way to differentiate
algebraic expression from equation is to go through this module.

This module is all about Differentiating Algebraic Expressions and Equations.

After going through this module, you are expected to differentiate algebraic
expressions from equations. Specifically, you will:
1. state the difference between algebraic expression and equation;
2. illustrate algebraic expressions and equations; and
3. appreciate the importance of algebraic expressions and equations in
real life situations.

What I Know

Multiple Choice
Directions: Find out how much you already know about this module. Choose
the letter of the correct answer. Take note of the items that you were not able
to answer correctly and find the right answer as you go through this module.
Write your answer in your Math notebook.

1. Which of the following represents an equation?

i. 5a ii. 2x +3 iii. 3y = 6
A. i only C. iii only
B. i and ii only D. i and iii only

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2. Which of the following does not belong to the group?
A. 46x + 6 C. 64x2y3
B. 48 = 3a D. 8a - 4
3. It is a mathematical phrase that groups together numbers, variables,
and/or operators to show the value of something.
A. algebraic expression C. inequality
B. equation D. all of these
4. It is a sentence that shows equality between two algebraic
expressions.
A. algebraic expression C. inequality
B. equation D. all of these
5. The term equation is a word that expresses _______.
A. algebraic expression C. inequality
B. equality D. all of these
6. The result of an algebraic expression is _______________.
A. either an algebraic expression or a numerical value.
B. an algebraic expression
C. a numerical value
D. none of these
7. It is a fragment that stands for a single numerical value.
A. algebraic expression C. inequality
B. equation D. all of these
8. Which of the following describes an equation?
A. It has no relation symbol.
B. It is one-sided, no separation between the left or right hand side
C. It is a statement of equality.
D. It has no definite solution.
9. It does not contain an equal ( = ) sign , so, it does not show any
relationship.
A. algebraic expression C. inequality
B. equation D. all of these

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10. It shows a solution and end up representing the value of the variable.
A. algebraic expression C. inequality
B. equation D. all of these
11. It has no definite solution and cannot end up displaying the value of a
variable involved
A. algebraic expression C. inequality
B. equation D. all of these
12. The following are examples of an equation except
A. 3x + 2 = 5 C. a = -15
B. -3y – 3 = 8 D. 4a +b
13. The statements below describe the characteristics of an algebraic
expression, except:
A. There is no relation symbol
B. There is no definite solution
C. There is an equal sign
D. There is no separation like left or right
14. It is described as a mathematical statement with two sets of algebraic
expressions equal to each other.
A. algebraic expression C. inequality
B. equation D. all of these
15. It is defined as a phrase that groups together numbers (constant),
letters (variables) or their combination joined by operations ( +, -, x, /),
to respect the value of something.
A. algebraic expression C. inequality
B. equation D. all of these

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 Differentiating Algebraic Expressions and Equations

An algebraic expression is a collection of symbols such as variables

numerals and signs of operations representing a number while an equation is
a number sentence which includes the symbol = .

What’s In

Activity 1: Let’s Recall!

Let’s Find Out: How to classify polynomials?
Let’s Use These Materials: Math notebook and ballpen
Let’s Do It This Way: Examine the given polynomials in the table below.
Supply what is needed to complete all parts of the
table. Write your answer on your Math notebook.
Number 1 is done for you.
Classification of Polynomials
Polynomials Number of According to the Number of
Terms Terms
1. 3x + 2y - 5 3 trinomial
2. m2 -4m
3. a3+ 4a2b - 6ab2 + b3

4.
5. 6x4 + 2x2y3 – 3xy +5

Did you get the right answer?

Very Good!
Let’s proceed.

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 What’s New

Activity 2: Where Do I Belong?

Let’s Find Out: How to identify an algebraic expression and
an equation?
Let’s Use These Materials: Math notebook and ballpen
Let’s Do It This Way: Study each element in the box carefully.
Identify which are algebraic expressions and which
are equations. Then, answer the guide questions.
Copy the table and write your answer on your Math
notebook.

2x – 4 5x3 + 3 = 2 4x (x + y)
2y a+b+c=0 x-¾=5
-4x + 2 = 8 (x2 +2) (x – 3) 2l + 2w = p
-¼y+ 7

Algebraic Expressions Equations

Guide Questions:
1. Describe the entry in the column under algebraic expression.
2. Describe the entry in the column under equations.
3. Why did you classify them in their respective group?
4. How do they differ from each other?

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 What Is It

Difference between Algebraic Expression and Equation

Algebraic Expression
In Mathematics, an algebraic expression is defined as a phrase that
groups together numbers (constant), letters (variables) or their combination
joined by operations ( +, -, x, /), to respect the value of something.
It does not contain any equal to ( = ) sign , so , it does not show any
relationship. Hence, it has nothing on the left or right side.
An algebraic expression can be simplified by combining like terms or it
can be evaluated, replacing values in place of the variables to arrive at a
numerical value.
Examples of an Algebraic Expressions
 2x – 4  -¼y+ 7
 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 placed one to another. In order to
satisfy the equation, it is important to determine the value of its variable; which
is known as the solution.
An equation 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 an Equation
 4x + 2 = 8  2l + 2w = p
 a+b+c=0  5x3 + 3 = 2

 x-¾=5

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To sum it up, the points given below summarize the differences between
expression and equation.

Key Differences Between Algebraic Expressions and Equations

Expression Equation
 An equation is described as a
 An algebraic expression is a
mathematical statement with
mathematical phrase that
two expressions set equal to
groups together numbers,
each other.
variables, operators to show
the value of something.
 An equation is a sentence
 An algebraic expression is a
showing equality between two
fragment that stands for a
expressions.
single numerical value.
 An equation is solved.
 An algebraic expression is
simplified through evaluation
where we substitute values in
place of the variable.
 An equation is indicated by
 An algebraic expression has
equal sign ( = ).
no relation symbol.
 An equation is two sided,
 An algebraic expression is
where an equal sign separates
one-sided there is no
the left and the right side.
separation like left or right.
 The answer in an equation
 The answer of an algebraic
could be true or false.
expression is either an
expression or a numerical
value.

The explanation above clearly shows the big difference between these
two mathematical concepts. An algebraic expression does not reveal any
relationship while an equation does. In the case of an algebraic expression
there is no equal sign. So there is no definite solution and cannot end up
displaying the value of a variable involved. While an equation contains an
equal sign; therefore, it shows a solution and end up representing the value of
the variable.

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 What’s More

Activity 3: Yes You Can!

Let’s Find Out: How to determine an algebraic expression and
equation?
Let’s Use These Materials: Math notebook and ballpen
Let’s Do It This Way: Determine whether the given is an algebraic
expression or equation, justify your answer. Then give
5 examples for an equation and 5 examples for an
algebraic expressions. Write your answer on your
Math notebook. Number 1 is done for you.

A. Given Answer Reason

1. 15 + 5 = 20 Equation The two expressions are connected with an
equal sign.
2. 4 (2) + 1
3. X ÷ 25
4. Y + 8 = 40
5. 3x – 5
6. 2x + 3 = 5

B. Give 5 examples for equation and 5 examples for an algebraic

expressions.
Examples for an equations Examples for an algebraic expressions.
1. 1.
2. 2.
3. 3.
4. 4.
5. 5.

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 What I Have Learned

Activity 4: Defining Format

Let’s Find Out: How to differentiate and illustrate an algebraic expressions
and an equations?
Let’s Use These Materials: Math notebook, ballpen
Let’s Do It This Way: Complete the table with the necessary information.
Copy the table and write your answer in your Math
notebook.

Question Category Characteristics Examples

a. What is an algebraic expression?
1.
An algebraic is a phrase that 2.
expression ___________________ 4.
__________________. 5.
b. What is an equation?
1.
An equation is a sentence 2.
showing____________ 3.
___________________ 4.
__________________. 5.

Rubrics for Scoring

Rating Description
 writes appropriate category
10  lists more than 5 characteristics
 provides more than 5 examples
 writes appropriate category
8  lists 5 characteristics
 provides 5 examples
 writes unclear general category
6  lists 3 characteristics
 provides 3 examples
 writes unclear general category
4  gives 2 characteristics
 provides 2 examples
 omits category
2  gives 1 characteristics
 provides 1 example
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 What I Can Do

Activity 5: Your Turn!

Let’s Find Out: : How would you tell us, what you have learned?
Let’s Use These Materials: Math notebook, ballpen
Let’s Do It This Way: Read each item in the box carefully and answer what
is required. Write your answer in your Math notebook.

Equations
Algebraic Expressions

A. Describe an algebraic expressions and an equations?

Illustrate examples.

B. What difficulty did you encounter as you go through the lesson?

What will you do to better understand the lesson on your own?

Reflections

C. Give instances of a real life situation where your learning about

an algebraic expressions and equations can be applied?

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 Assessment

Multiple Choice
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write the letter on your
Math notebook.

1. It 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 a relation symbol.
B. There is a definite solution.
C. There is an equal sign.
D. There is no separation like left or right.
3. It is a fragment that stands for a single numerical value.
A. equation C. inequality
B. algebraic expression D. all of these
4. In Mathematics, an algebraic expression is defined as a phrase that
groups numbers (constant), letters (variables) or their combination
joined by operations ( +, -, x, / ) together, to respect the value of
something.
A. True C. Neither true nor false
B. False D. Not at all
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. It is a sentence showing equality between two algebraic expressions.
A. algebraic expression C. equation
B. inequality D. all of these

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7. The following are examples of an equation except:
A. 5a + 2 = 5 C. x = -15
B. - 4c – 3 D. 45x + 3 = 10
8. Which of the following does not belong to the group?
A. 4c + 6d C. x2y3+z
B. 8x – 3y D. 8a = 4
9. An algebraic expression is described as a mathematical statement
with two expression set equal to each other.
A. True C. Neither true nor false
B. False D. Not at all
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
11. Which of the following does not describe an algebraic expression?
A. It has no relation symbol.
B. It is one-sided, no separation between the left side and the right
side.
C. It has no definite solution.
D. It is a statement of equality.
12. Which of the following is a mathematical phrase that groups together
numbers, variables, operators to show the value of something?
A. 2x - 3y C.
B. 3c + 5d = 8 D. all of these
13. An algebraic expression does not reveal any relationship while an
equation does.
A. True C. Neither true nor false
B. False D. Not at all
14. An equation shows a solution but does not end up representing the
value of the variable.
A. True C. Neither true nor false
B. False D. Not at all

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 15. The answer of an algebraic expression is either an expression or a
numerical value.
A. True C. Neither true nor false
B. False D. Not at all

Additional Activities

Activity 6: Modified True or False

Let’s Find Out: How to make the statement correct ?
Let’s Use These Materials: Math notebook, ballpen
Let’s Do It This Way: Read and analyze each item carefully. Write TRUE if
the underlined word in the statement is correct. If the
statement is incorrect, REPLACE the underlined word
to make the statement correct. Write your answer on
your Math notebook.

______1. An expression is one-sided. There is no separation like left or right.

______2. An equation is a mathematical phrase that groups together

numbers, variables, operators to show the value of something.

______3. An equation is solved.

______4. An equation is a sentence showing equality between two

expressions.

______5. An expression is solved through evaluation where we substitute

values in place of the variable.

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Answer Key

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Elizabeth Torreliza Salita C. Benes Estrellita L. Misa. Moving Ahead wit Mathematics II
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