Question

If s = the number of students in a PE class , which algebraic expression represents the phrase below ?

the quotient of the number of students and 3

A. s - 3

B. s + 3

C. 3s

D. s/3

Answer 1

That would be option D.

A quotient is the result of a division.

Answer 2

D.
`(s)/(3)`

Explanation:

We are given that

If S=The number of students in a PE class

The quotient of a number of students and 3

We have to find that which expression represents the given phrase

Number of students in a PE class=s

The quotient of s and 3=
`(s)/(3)`

Therefore, option D is true.

Answer:D.
`(s)/(3)`