Translate from English to an Algebraic Expression or Equation, Whichever $\frac { 1 } { 3 }$

question 95

Multiple Choice

Translate from English to an algebraic expression or equation, whichever is appropriate. Let the variable x represent the
number.
-A number increased by $\frac { 1 } { 3 }$ of itself

• A) \(x - \frac { 1 } { 3 } x\)
• B) \(x + \frac { 1 } { 3 } x\)
• C) \(x + 3 x\)
• D) \(2 x + \frac { 1 } { 3 }\)

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Productivity

The measure of the efficiency of production, often defined as the ratio of output produced to inputs used.

Net Exports

The value of a country's total exports minus its total imports, reflecting the balance of trade.

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