Which algebraic expression is represented by the word phrase "four less than the product of x and the sum of y and 2?

a) xy+2-4
b) x(y+2)-4
c) 4-xy+2
d) 4-x(y+2)

The function models the number of accidents per 50 million miles driven as a function

Aschool had an election where the candidates received votes in the ratio 1: 2: 3. if the winning candidate received 210 votes, how many total people voted in the election?

The value of x in this system of equations is 1. 3x + y = 9 y = –4x + 10 substitute the value of y in the first equation: combine like terms: apply the subtraction property of equality: apply the division property of equality: 3x + (–4x + 10) = 9 –x + 10 = 9 –x = –1 x = 1 what is the value of y?