Which variable expression matches the word phrase?


1.

the sum of 12 and the quotient of 9 and a number


2.

the difference of 12 and the product of 9 and a number


3.

the difference of 12 and the quotient of 9 and a number


4.

12 more than quotient of a 9 and number



A.

12 + (9 ÷ y)


B.

12 – (9 ÷ y)


C.

12 – 9y         please help me

Verified Answer :

  1. sum of 12 and quotient of 9 and a number 
        12 + (9 divided by y)

    2. difference of 12 and product of 9 and a number
       12 - (9 * y) or 12 - 9y

    3. difference of 12 and quotient of 9 and a number
        12 - (9 divided by y)

    4. 12 more then the quotient of 9 and a number
         12 + (9 divided by y)