Question

Which statement best describes the expression 3y ÷ 8?

8 divided by 3 times y
8 times y divided by 3
3 divided by 8 times y
3 times y divided by 8

Answer 1

3 times y divided by 8

(the last answer)

Because "3y" comes first and then "÷ 8" so the order is correct with 3 times y divided by 8, and the others can be ruled out.

Answer 2

3 times y divided by 8