Translate the Verbal Phrase into a Mathematical Expression

question 98

Multiple Choice

Translate the verbal phrase into a mathematical expression. Use x to represent the unknown number.
-The difference between a number and 9.8

• A)9.8x
• B)9.8
• C)x - 9.8
• D)x + 9.8

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Definitions:

Bronchial Tree

A series of tubes that begins where the distal end of the trachea branches.

Pharynx

The muscular tube that connects the mouth and nasal passages with the esophagus and larynx, involved in breathing, swallowing, and speaking.

Inspiratory Reserve Volume

The additional amount of air that can be forcibly inhaled after the completion of a normal inspiration.

Inspiratory Capacity

The maximum amount of air an individual can inhale after completing a normal, restful exhalation, important in respiratory assessments.