Question

Which phrase represents the algebraic expression for r + 12?

A. The difference of a number and twelve.
B. The product of a number and twelve.
C. The quotient of a number and twelve.
D. The sum of a number and twelve.

Answer 1

The answer to your question is D

Answer 2

Answer: D) The sum of a number and twelve

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Step-by-step explanation:

r = an unknown number

r+12 = sum of the unknown number and 12

The term "sum" refers specifically to the result of an addition problem.

As another example, saying 2+3 = 5 has a sum of 5.