Question

Which phrase is a problem within a problem? (Drag 3 of the possible answers here)

A the product of four and a number

B The difference between fifteen and

C the product of five and a number

D the product of three and a number

E Ten more than

F Fifteen less than

Answer 1

The phrases that represent problems within a problem are:

- A the product of four and a number
- C the product of five and a number
- D the product of three and a number

These phrases involve a mathematical operation (multiplication) that is often part of a larger equation or problem.