Question

Melanie is 3 years younger than half of Emily's age, x. Which expression represents Melanie's age?

A 3 - 1/2 x
B 1/2 x −3
C 1/2 x +3
D I don't know.

Answer 1

To represent Melanie's age, we need to consider that she is 3 years younger than half of Emily's age, represented by x.

1. We start by taking half of Emily's age: 1/2 x.

2. Then, we subtract 3 years from half of Emily's age: 1/2 x - 3.

Therefore, the expression that represents Melanie's age is B) 1/2 x - 3.

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