Write an algebraic expression for the word expression
The sum of 2 and a number x

Answer:
2+x
Step-by-step explanation:
Sum= addition
If the number is not provided we always include a variable and the most common one is X never use t, o, i, l, because you might confuse yourself because they look like numbers when they are variables.
[tex]\huge\text{Hey there!}[/tex]
[tex]\large\text{The word \bf{SUM}}\large\text{ simply means to \bf{ADD}}}[/tex]
[tex]\large\text{Your x value is \bf{unknown}}}[/tex]
[tex]\large\text{So, basically youre ADDING 2 from the unknown number (which is x)}[/tex]
[tex]\bold{Meaning\ your\ equation\ look\ like\ \underline{2+x}}[/tex]
[tex]\boxed{\boxed{\bold{Answer: 2 + x}}}\huge\checkmark[/tex]
[tex]\large\textsf{Good luck on your assignment and enjoy your day!}[/tex]
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