Question

14 8/9 less than the product of 8 and a number d

whats an exspression for this

Answer 1

(8*d)-14 8/9

Explanation:

14 8/9 less than means: -14 8/9

product of 8 and a number d means: 8*d

It says 14 8/9 less than the product meaning the multiplying must be done first: (8*d)-14 8/9

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