Question

Which expression represents the algebraic phrase “nine times a number plus thirteen”? A. 9 - y + 13

Answer 1

C. 9y + 13
9y is the same as 9 times y (a variable representing a number), + 13

Answer 2

Answer:  The correct option is (C) 9y + 13.

Step-by-step explanation:  We are given to select the expression that represents the following statement :

“nine times a number plus thirteen”

Let the number be represented by y.

Then, nine times the number is written as follows :

$9\times y=9y.$

Since we are to add 13, so the final expression is given by

$E=9y+13.$

Thus, the required expression is $9y+13.$

Option (C) is CORRECT.