Question

Write the phrase "twelve more than the product of seventeen and a number" as a mathematical expression.

A. 12 – 17x
B. 12 + 17x
C. 17 + 12x
D. 12 > 17x

Answer 1

Explanation:

12 plus 17x

Answer 2

Answer: The correct answer is B

Step-by-step explanation: In order to write a phrase which is twelve more than the product of seventeen and a number we will show the number as x.

The product of 17 and x = 17x.

So, an expression that is 12 more than this is 17x + 12, or 12 + 17x - Choice B