What is an algebraic expression for 17 less than the product of three and m

The contents of 3838 cans of coke have a mean of x¯¯¯=12.15x¯=12.15. assume the contents of cans of coke have a normal distribution with standard deviation of σ=0.12.σ=0.12. find the value of the test statistic zz for the claim that the population mean is μ=12.μ=12.

While scuba diving, rajeev dove to a depth of 12.6 feet below the surface of the water and then descended another 8.7 feet. what expression can be used to find rajeev's new position? 12.6 – 8.7 –12.6 – 8.7 –12.6 – (–8.7) 12.6 – (–8.7)

Does anyone know how to solve and graph this: 4 + | a + 2 | < 7the only part i don't get is the "4 +"