Two less than the product of 24 and Jose savings Jose savings is j

Question

Two less than the product of 24 and Jose savings Jose savings is j

Answer 1

To write this expression, you will translate the words into mathematical language.

two less than - 2

the product of 24 and Jose's savings (j) 24 x j or simply 24j

so the expression becomes 24j - 2

Answer 2

Hi, Christina.

Two less than the product of 24 and Jose savings (j) is going to be written as:

(24 x j) - 2

or

24j - 2