Question

Which algebraic expression represents the phrase "six less than a number"?

6x - x
OX-6
0.6-X
X- 6x

Answer 1

The answer is B: x - 6

Answer 2

x - 6

Explanation:

The question is stating you are taking 6 away from a number. You can automatically rule out the 1st option and the 4th option. Between 2 and 3, the best choice would be the 2nd choice because it is clearly stating that it is taking away 6 from some unknown number. Hence, you get x - 6 as your answer.