Q69. - Algebra 1

Question

Write a verbal expression for each algebraic expression $14-9c$

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

9 times $c$ less than 14.

Step 1. Defining the operations verbally.

To write an expression verbally, the operations defined in the given expression must be written explicitly. For example, $a-b$ must be verbally expressed as b less a. Similarly, $14a$ must be verbally expressed as 14 times a.

Step 2. Example of defining operations verbally.

The expression $a-2b$ is verbally expressed as by 2 times b less a.

Step 3. DESCRIPTION OF STEP.

In the given expression $9c$ can be verbally written as 9 times $c$.

Finally, $4-9c$ can be verbally expressed as 9 times $c$ less than 14.