Question

the product of 8 and a number x is equal to 32. write an algebraic expression, an equation, or an inequality

Answer 1

8x = 32
x = 32/8
x = 4

Answer 2

The product means multiply, so the PRODUCT of the two numbers (8 and x) IS equal to 32, so...
8x=32
(-Divide 8 on both sides to isolate the variable)
x=4
(Your result is x=4) :-)