Question

which set of algebra tiles represents the sentence below? carlton earned 3 more stamps.

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the sentence

The sentence "Carlton earned 3 more stamps" can be represented algebraically as if the original number of stamps is $x$, then the new - amount is $x + 3$. In algebra - tile representation, a long rectangle represents $x$ and a small square represents $1$. A plus - sign on the tile indicates a positive value.

Step2: Match with the options

We need to find the set of tiles that has one $x$ - tile and three positive unit tiles. The first option has one $x$ - tile and three positive unit tiles.

Answer:

The first set of tiles (the one with one long rectangle labeled $x$ and three small squares with plus signs)