Question

8.

Which expression models this phrase?

27 decreased by the difference of a number and 3

A.
27 – (n – 3)

B.
(n – 3) – 27

C.
27 – n + 3

D.
27 – n – 3



Someone please help!) Thanks!)

Answer 1

'Difference' means the result of a subtraction: in this case, a number minus three

Answer 2

'Decreased' also means a subtraction.

Answer 3

So, the question is asking: how would you represent 27 minus the result of a number minus three.

Answer 4

Which one would match?