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Write an algebraic expression for the following verbal description. Use n for your variable.

The quotient of 4 and a number decreased by 8

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Answer:4/n- 8 or n/4 -8

Step-by-step explanation:decreased means subtract .

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Answer:

(4 ÷ n) - 8

Explanation:

Quotient means division.

Decreased means subtraction.

Therefore, the expression would be (4 ÷ n) - 8.

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