Seven more than the product of a number and 9 is 3

Question

Translate the sentence into an equation

Answer 1

Hello Cornesha,

9x + 7 = 3 is the equation you are looking for. Whenever you see the word "product" it means to multiply. The problem states "a number" meaning it can be any number which is best represented by a variable such as x. Whenever you see "and" it means to add and when you see the word is that means the previous in the problem is equal to.

So, let's solve the equation, okay?

9x + 7 = 3 <----Subtract 7 from both sides to isolate your variable and product, okay?

9x = -4 <----Now divide both sides by your product to isolate the variable x, okay?

x = -4/9

I hope this assists you and that you have a good weekend. If I can assist further please leave me a message. Best!