1. If you were calculating the volume of a cube that has a side length of 8 inches, how would you write the calculations in exponential form? What are 2 more ways to read the exponent verbally? (10 points) 2. Explain how the letter x is used when writing expressions (what is the purpose of using the "x"), and give an example. (10 points)

3. Identify the parts of the following expression and translate it into a verbal expression: 2(3x – 2y) + 7. Be very specific with your chose of words! (10 points)

4. Explain how to evaluate the expression 8x2 + 25y, when x = 3 and y = 2. Be detailed and state the final answer. (10 points)

5. Explain how to write an equivalent expression for the expression 3(4x + 2y) + 5x. Be sure to explain which properties you used. What method can you use to prove the 2 expressions are equivalent? (10 points)