To determine which algebraic expression represents the total number of photos that LaTonya and Luis have, let's clearly define the information given:
- LaTonya has 16 photos on her phone.
- Luis has [tex]\( p \)[/tex] photos in his wallet.
We want to find an expression that represents the combined total number of photos they both have. When combining (adding) two quantities, you simply add them together.
- The number of photos LaTonya has is 16.
- The number of photos Luis has is [tex]\( p \)[/tex].
To find the total number of photos together, we add LaTonya's photos to Luis's photos:
[tex]\[ 16 + p \][/tex]
Among the options given:
- A. [tex]\( 16 + p \)[/tex]
- B. [tex]\( 16p \)[/tex]
- C. [tex]\( 16 - p \)[/tex]
- D. [tex]\( p - 16 \)[/tex]
The correct algebraic expression representing the total number of photos that LaTonya and Luis both have is:
[tex]\[ 16 + p \][/tex]
Hence, the correct answer is:
A. [tex]\( 16 + p \)[/tex]
