Combine like terms to solve equations

Tracy solved the following problem. which of the statements is true? 9 ÷ 3 + 6 × 2 3 + 6 × 2 9 × 2 18 her answer is correct. her answer is incorrect. she should have multiplied before dividing. her answer is incorrect. she should have multiplied before adding. her answer is incorrect. she should have added before dividing.

Any is very appreciated! (picture is provided below)not sure how to do this at all won't lie

Three numbers x, y, and z are in the ratio 2: 7: 8. if 12 is subtracted from y, then three numbers form a geometric sequence (in the order x, y–12, z). find x, y, and z. there are 2 sets.