Question

The sum of two numbers $x$ and $7$ is $y$. This can be written as _____.

• A. $x+y=7$
• B. $x+7=y$
• C. $x-7=y$
• D. $7-y=x$

Answer 1

The correct option is B

$x+7=y$

Forming an equation:

Two numbers are $x$ and $7$.

Now, the sum of two numbers $x$ and $7$ is $y$.

According to the question,

$x+7=y$

Thus, option (B) is correct.