Q. Write an expression to represent: 4 less than the product of 1 and x.
Question Expression: Question Prompt: Write an expression to represent 4 less than the product of 1 and x.
Identifying Components: Identify the components of the expression.The product of 1 and x is simply 1 multiplied by x, which is x since any number multiplied by 1 is itself.
Meaning of '4 less than': Determine the meaning of "4 less than"."4 less than" means we need to subtract 4 from the previously identified product of 1 and x.
Writing the Expression: Write the expression.Since we are taking 4 away from x, the expression is x−4.
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