Question

Which mathematical equation correctly represents the statement, 6 less than twice the difference of a number and 8 is equal to 14?© 2(n - 8) - 6 = 14(n-8) - 6 = 146 -2(n - 8) = 146- (n - 8) = 14

Answer 1

You have the following statement:

- 6 less than twice the difference of a number and 8 is equal to 14.

To determine the algebraic expression of the previous situation, you analize by parts the previous sentence.

- The difference of a number and 8: it can be taken as n - 8

- Twice the difference of a number and 8: 2(n - 8)

- 6 less than twice the difference of a number and height: 6 - 2(n - 8)

Thus, the algebraic equation is:

6 - 2(n - 8) = 14