4.2 minus the product and of 12 and a number
To solve the expression 4.2 minus the product of 12 and a number, you need to find the product of 12 and the number first, and then subtract that from 4.2.
Let's say the number is represented by 'x'.
Step 1: Find the product of 12 and the number 'x'.
- Multiply 12 by x: 12 * x = 12x.
Step 2: Subtract the product (12x) from 4.2.
- Subtract 12x from 4.2: 4.2 - 12x.
Therefore, the expression 4.2 minus the product of 12 and a number (x) is written as 4.2 - 12x.