how do i translate this word phrase to a mathematical equation?

Question

the quotient of one and a number, increased by -3

Answer 1

This word phrase is somewhat ambiguous so there are two possible answers.

1. y = 1/x - 3 (the most reasonable interpretation) OR
2. y = 1/(x-3)

Also, the word phrase does not explicitly state an equality therefore we have to assume that it means:

”Some number is equal to the quotient of one and a number, increased by -3.”

Let me know if you have any questions on this.

Answer 2

I would write

(1 / n) + (-3)