Question

Write an algebraic expression for the word phrase.

4 less than the product of y and 12
a) 12y + 4
b) 4 − 12y
c) 12y − 4
d) 12y − 4y

Answer 1

12y - 4.

Explanation:

The product is 12y and we subtract 4 from it.

Answer 2

c

Explanation:

the product (multiply ) of y and 12 is 12y and 4 less than 12y is

12y - 4