Answer:
Option 1 -

Explanation:
Given : Expression 'the difference of 3ab and 7bc'.
To find : What is the expression ?
Solution :
The difference means a negative sign denoted by '-' .
The expression 'the difference of 3ab and 7bc' is given by subtracting 3ab from 7bc.
The difference of 3ab and 7bc is

Therefore, Option 1 is correct.