Question

Evaluate the following: 42 ÷ (3 + 1).

4
3
2
1

Select the choice that translates the following verbal phrase correctly to an algebraic expression:

the sum of y and 7

y + 7
y − 7
7y
7 ÷ y

Answer 1

1

Explanation:

4^2 =16 so

16 / (3+1)

3+1 = 4

16 / 4

= 1

Answer 2

The sum of y and 7 is y+7
42 divided by (3+1) simplifies to 42 divided by 4 which equals 10.5