Question

Write an algebraic expression for each verbal expression.

Four less than three times a number $n$

Short answer

The algebraic expression for the verbal statement "Four less than three times a number n" is $3n-4$.

Step-by-step solution

Step 1. Given Statement.

Four less than three times a number n.

Step 2. Description of step.

To convert the above statement into an equation, the equation will be as;

Three times of a number n is 3n and four less than the number becomes

$3n-4$

Step 3. Conclusion.

Thus, the algebraic expression for the verbal statement "Four less than three times a number n" becomes $3n-4$.