Question

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which math expression means \the quotient of an unknown number and 18\?
a. x - 18
b. x + 18
c. 18·x
d. x ÷ 18

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze each option

• Option A: \(x - 18\) means the difference of an unknown number \(x\) and \(18\).
• Option B: \(x+18\) means the sum of an unknown number \(x\) and \(18\).
• Option C: \(18\cdot x\) means the product of \(18\) and an unknown number \(x\).
• Option D: \(x\div18\) means the quotient of an unknown number \(x\) and \(18\) (since quotient is the result of division).

Answer:

D. \(x\div18\)