Number Trick : Deducing the Algebraic Expression Behind the Trick

Follow the instructions for the trick starting with the several different numbers given in the first row of the chart. Make a conjecture as to what result you get in each case. [br][br]Next, use algebra and deductive reasoning to explain why your conjecture is correct by entering the correct expressions in the input boxes.[br]

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