Question

How do you write out 4(x-3) in words?

Answer 1

Hint: in the above question we have to write the given algebraic expression in words. This is a simple question. In order to write it in verbal expression in words first check which terms are included and then check what operation is taking place between them whether multiplication, addition, subtraction or division. After that write it in words.

Complete step by step answer:
Verbal expression is also known as verbal models. When we use verbal expression, we use words to explain the mathematical information. When we write an expression in terms or express it in words it is converted into verbal expression form. On the other hand, the algebraic expression is completely different from verbal expression. In case of algebraic expression everything is in numbers, signs, variables and mathematical operations. In other words, we can say algebraic expression gives us a relationship between numbers and how they are related whereas a verbal expression defines the relation between them.
Now in the above question, the given expression is 4(x-3). Here we can see that the number 4 is multiplied with the rest of the expression. Therefore, we will use the word ‘times’. Then in the rest of the expression we can see that 3 is being subtracted from x. Therefore, we will use the ‘x minus three’.
Thus, the statement in words is “four times x minus three”.

Note:
While writing the answer of the above question in verbal form remember that only words are allowed. We can’t use mathematical expressions to write the answer. Algebraic expression is not the same as verbal expression, both are opposite of each other. Carefully analyse how the numbers are allowed.