An expression is a mathematical phrase. Expressions are different from equations because they do not have values on both sides of an equal sign. An expression contains a combination of terms and operations. They can be as simple as 4 + 10. That expression has two terms (4 and 10) and one operation (addition).

Which of these is a mathematical expression?

A

1 - 15
B

1 and 15
C

1 - 15 = -14
D

“Raining cats and dogs”

The correct answer is A: 1 - 15