Question

Which expression represents the algebraic phrase “nine times a number plus thirteen”? A. 9 - y + 13

B. 9 + y - 13
C. 9y + 13
D. 13y + 9

Answer 1

C. 9y + 13
9y is the same as 9 times y (a variable representing a number), + 13

Answer 2

Answer: The correct option is (C) 9y + 13.

Step-by-step explanation: We are given to select the expression that represents the following statement :

“nine times a number plus thirteen”

Let the number be represented by y.

Then, nine times the number is written as follows :

`9* y=9y.`

Since we are to add 13, so the final expression is given by

`E=9y+13.`

Thus, the required expression is
`9y+13.`

Option (C) is CORRECT.