Question

Translate the following into an algebraic expression:

The number that is 75% of one less than a number n.

Answer 1

X = 0.75 ( 1- n )

Explanation:

let X = the number one less than n gives (1-n)

75% of (1-n) = 0.75*(1-n) = 0.75(1-n)

In conclusion: X = 0.75 ( 1- n )