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Which algebraic expression could represent the phrase below?

a number n decreased by 5

A. 5-n
B. n-5
C. n/5
D. n- 1/5

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Answer:i think is B

Explanation:

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Answer:

B. n - 5

Explanation:

A number n is decreased by the number 5, making it n - 5.

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