12 less than the quotient of 12 and a number z

This expression would be written as 12/z - 12.

When we write expressions of sentences like this, we need to separate out the different terms. Remember than 12 less than would come after, since it is subtraction.

quotient of 12 and a number z 12 less than

(12/z) - 12

Put that together

12/z - 12

Step-by-step explanation:

Given:

Total number of counters Bill has .

Number of counters given to Samina .

Number of counters given to Henry .

Number of counters given to Lucas .

To find: Fraction of the counters is left in Bill's bag.

Solution:

Number of counters left in the bag .

Fraction of counters left in the bag .

Hence, the fraction of the counters is left in Bill's bag is .