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How to write the expression "subtract y from 25"

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Answer:

25 - y

Explanation:

"subtract" = "-"

"subtract y" means to "- y"

"from 25" implies that 25 is in the front.

Put the phrases together:

"subtract y from 25" = 25 - y

25 - y is your answer.

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