Question

Translate the phrase into a math expression. 15 divided by a number, then decreased by 2
A. (15 ÷ n) + 2 B.(15 ÷ n) – 2 C. 15 ÷ (n – 2) D. 15 ÷ (n + 2)

Answer 1

Write it as it reads, the THEN means they want division 15/n done first, which it will be anyways

Answer 2

"fifteen divided by a number n"

\[15\div n\]

Answer 3

THEN, take two off of that quantity, minus 2

Answer 4

So what do you think it is, @Rainbowdash12 ?

Answer 5

I think B?

Answer 6

Correct!

Answer 7

yay thx

Answer 8

Good job! :D