Logan is a weightlifter and can lift 8 kilograms in a deadlift. To be considered strong, Logan must be able to deadlift 10 kilograms. How many kilograms does he need to add to his deadlift to be strong? Use an equation to express the answer. \(8 \, + \, x \, = \, 10\)

\(8 \, \times \, x \, = \, 10\)

Write Variable Equations to Represent - Grade 4

Mixed Equations, Algebra

Alberta Mathematics curriculum

Grade 4 - Patterns and Relations

Standard 4.PR.5 - Practice writing variable addition, subtraction, multiplication and division sentences to represent a word problem.

Included Skills: Mixed Equations, Algebra

Express a given problem as an equation in which a symbol is used to represent an unknown number. • Explain the purpose of the symbol in a given addition, subtraction, multiplication or division equation with one unknown; e.g., 36 ÷ __ = 6. • Express a given pictorial or concrete representation of an equation in symbolic form. • Identify the unknown in a problem; represent the problem with an equation; and solve the problem concretely, pictorially or symbolically. • Create a problem for a given equation with one unknown.