Which is the algebraic equation for “negative twenty is twelve less than a number”?

Ily begins solving the equation 4(x – 1) – x = 3(x + 5) – 11. her work is shown below. 4(x – 1) – x = 3(x + 5) – 11 4x – 4 – x = 3x + 15 – 11 3x – 4 = 3x + 4 how can her partial solution be interpreted?

Pete is making decorations for a dinner party. the instructions tell him to use 9 flowers for a medium-sized decoration. complete each statement to adjust the flowers for different-sized decorations based on these instructions.

Jude is making cement for a driveway. the instructions show the amount of each ingredient to make 1 batch of cement. complete each statement to adjust the ingredients for each new situation if jude uses these instructions.