Q1. - Algebra 1

Question

Write an algebraic expression for each verbal expression. 

Four less than three times a number $n$

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The algebraic expression for the verbal statement "Four less than three times a number n" is $3n-4$.

Step 1. Given Statement.

Four less than three times a number n. 

Step 2. Description of step.

To convert the above statement into an equation, the equation will be as; 

Three times of a number n is 3n and four less than the number becomes

$3n-4$ 

Step 3. Conclusion.

Thus, the algebraic expression for the verbal statement "Four less than three times a number n" becomes $3n-4$.