Solving Linear Equations: Distributive Property — Quiz
Question 10 • Transition Mathematics for Seniors
Which equation can be used to represent "three minus the difference of a number and one equals one-half of the difference of three times the same number and four”?
Answer
A
open paren 1 minus n close paren minus 3 is equal to 1 half times open paren 4 minus 3 n close paren
B
3 minus open paren n minus 1 close paren is equal to 1 half times open paren 3 n minus 4 close paren
C
3 minus open paren 1 minus n close paren is equal to 1 half times open paren 4 minus 3 n close paren
D
open paren n minus 1 close paren minus 3 is equal to 1 half times open paren 3 n minus 4 close paren