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Which algebraic expression represents the phrase “the quotient of negative eight and the sum of a number and three”?

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Quotient: division

Negative 8: -8

Sum of a number: let the unknown number be represented by x

And Three: x + 3

So, the quotient (division) of -8 and x+3

-8 ÷ x + 3

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