Question

Javier has 8 fewer marbles than Angel. Angel has 24 marbles. Identify the equation that best describes this situation.(1 point) Responses
j - 8 = 24
j + 8 = 24
j + (-8) = 24
8j = 24

Answer 1

j = 24 - 8

Answer 2

use the answers shown

Answer 3

The correct equation that best describes the situation is:

j + (-8) = 24