Question

Which expression represents the phrase below?
8 less than the product of 6 and a number, x

Answer 1

Answer:

6x - 8

Explanation:

8 is being subtracted from the product of 6 and a number

Thus, the correct equation is 6x - 8

Answer 2

6x-8

Explanation:

less than means it comes after

product of 6 and a number x

6x

8 less than

6x-8