Write the algebraic expression described. Simplify if possible.
-Two numbers have a sum of 28. If one number is q, express the other number in terms of q.
A)q - 28
B)28 - 2q
C)q + 28
D)28 - q

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

If one number is q and the sum of the two numbers is 28, then the other number can be found by subtracting q from 28. This gives 28 - q, which is answer choice D. If one number is q and their sum is 28, then the other number can be expressed as 28-q.

Write the Algebraic Expression Described. Simplify If Possible