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Write the algebraic expression: The difference of 5 times a number and 11 is 17

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Answer:

5x - 11 = 17

Explanation:

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Answer:

5x - 11 = 17

Explanation:

Five times a number is 5x when the number is unknown.

The difference between that number and 11 is (difference means subtract)

5x - 11

All of which = 17

5x - 11 = 17

You are not asked to solve it. Just write it.

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