Question

Write in mathematical expression.

A number multiplied by -6, subtracted from the sum of 8 and two times the number

Answer 1

B

Explanation:

1) "number multiplied by -6" = number times -6 (x is the number)

-6 * x = -6x

2) "subtracted from the sum of (8 and two times the number)"

sum is addition

two times x(the number) plus 8

2x + 8

3) -6x is being subtracted from 2x + 8

2x + 8 - (-6x) =

2x + 8 + 6x =

8x + 8

B. 8x + 8