Question

Convert the following phrase into a mathematical expression. Use x as the variable. Combine like terms when possible.A number multiplied by - 9, subtracted from the sum of 15 and two times the numberThe expression is(Simplify your answer.)

Answer 1

Given:

A number multiplied by - 9, subtracted from the sum of 15 and two times the number.

Let the number = x

A number multiplied by - 9 ⇒ -9x

The sum of 15 and 2 times the number ⇒ 15 + 2x

So, the expression will be ⇒ 15 + 2x - (-9x) = 11x + 15

So, the answer will be ⇒ 11x + 15