Question

Which of the following mathematical phrases gives the correct translation for the phrase "the
quotient of two less than thrice a number x and four"?
2-3x
2 <3x
3x-2
A.
8.
C.-
D.
3x <2

4
4​

Answer 1

Answer:

(2 - 3x) / 4

Explanation:

The quotient of 2 less Than thrice a number x and 4.

The quotient is the result of a division operation :

2 less than thrice a number x is expressed Mathematically as :

2 - 3x

Hence, the quotient of 2 - 3x and 4 is expressed as :

(2 - 3x) / 4