Question

write the following using algebraic notation, using the letter x for any unknown numbers: I think of a number, subtract three, then multiply by four Thanks.

Answer 1

4(x - 3).

Explanation:

Subtracting 3 form x gives x - 3.

Then we multiply this by 4 to give

4(x - 3).

Answer 2

4(x - 3)

Explanation:

Let the unknown number be x.

x gets subtracted by 3, then multiplied by 4.

(x - 3) × 4

4(x - 3)