Question

Express 2m + 8m as a Verbal Phrase.

A) Two times eight m
B) The sum of two m and eight m
C) Eight m multiplied by two m
D) Two m subtracted from eight m

Answer 1

The verbal phrase for the expression 2m + 8m is 'the sum of two m and eight m', indicating the addition of the two quantities.

Step-by-step explanation:

The expression 2m + 8m can be expressed as a verbal phrase by saying it is 'the sum of two m and eight m'. This means you are adding the value of two m to that of eight m. None of the other options provided correctly describe the expression, as they refer to multiplication or subtraction, which are not relevant in this context.