Question

Which equation matches the statement ñThe product of 3 and the difference of a number and 10 is 15?"

A) 3 + (x _ 10) = 15
B) 3x _ 10 = 15
C) 3 (x _ 10) = 15
B) 3x/10 = 15
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Answer 1

you are correct the answer is C. 3 (x - 10) = 15

Step-by-step explanation:

connexus 8th grd pre algebra unit 7 lesson 1 quiz answers

1. 7x/8 = 21 the answer is A. 24

2. -6q + 5.8 = 23.8 the answer is B. q = -3

3. C. 3 (x - 10) = 15

4. B. x - 14.5 = 156.5

5. D. 50 weeks

Answer 2

Go by parts:

the product of 3 and the difference of a number and 10

-> the difference of a number and 10: x - 10
-> the product of 3 and the amount written above: 3(x - 10)

... matches 15

-> 3(x - 10) = 15

That is option C.