Question

Write an expression for the phrase “nine less than twice a number.” List the key words and which operations they indicate.

Answer 1

well, nine less. that looks like subtraction, doesn't it?

Answer 2

yepp

Answer 3

twice a number. how do you get twice a number?

Answer 4

times

Answer 5

i think

Answer 6

yes! correct. now, combine the 2 things we've talked about here.

Answer 7

will it be 9-x

Answer 8

no...

Answer 9

hey, you still here? i can still help....

Answer 10

yea

Answer 11

nine LESS than a number. so the number is subtracted by 9...

Answer 12

u here?