document.write( "Question 231678: what is the difference between an algebraic expression and an algebraic equation \n" ); document.write( "
Algebra.Com's Answer #171416 by jsmallt9(3758)\"\" \"About 
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The short answer: an equal sign.

\n" ); document.write( "Expressions:
  • Can only be simplified. For example:
    • Order of operations (aka PEMDAS/GEMDAS
    • Reduce fractions
    • Rationalize denominators
  • Express an idea. Examples:
    • Twice a number: 2x
    • 3 less than the square of a number: \"x%5E2+-3\"

\n" ); document.write( "Equations:
  • Can be solved.
  • Make a statement. Examples:
    • Twice a number is 26: 2x = 26
    • 3 less than the square of a number is 6: \"x%5E2+-3+=+6\"
  • Are formed by two expressions separated by an equals sign.

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