Find an algebraic expression for the verbal phrase below. The difference between 3 times a number x and 6 ?

The average hourly earnings for a construction worker is projected to be $24.50 in 2012. jason wants to join the construction work force after he graduates in 2012. his friend tells him that average hourly earnings for construction workers will rise by 2% from 2009 to 2012. based on the data below, assuming that the projected hourly earnings are correct, is jason’s friend’s statement accurate? construction industry - average hourly earnings, 2000-2009 a. his friend’s statement is accurate. the average hourly earnings will increase by 2%. b. his friend’s statement is not accurate. the percent increase will be more than 2% c. his friend’s statement is not accurate. the percent increase will be less than 2% d. his friend’s statement is not accurate. the average hourly earnings will decrease

Acoin bank containing only dimes and quarters has 12 more dimes than quarters. the total value of the coins is $11. how many quarters and dimes are in the coin bank?

An alternative to car buying is to make monthly payments for a period of time, and then return the vehicle to the dealer, or purchase it. this is called