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Write an algebraic expression for this word phrase:

Seven less than the product of five and a number.

I know that you have to do (5xn) but how do you do seven less?

User Aamiri
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Answer:

5n - 7

Explanation:

The product of five and a number is 5n

Seven less than the product of five and a number means 5n - 7

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