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I need help 10 less than the sum of p and m

write the expression ​

User Veuncent
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Answer:

p + m - 10

Explanation:

Hi , expressions are easy you just need to know how to read these weird word problems they give us.

Let us look at some key words and change them into symbols and not words.

10 less

This means it will most likely be a -10 somewhere

The sum of p and m

This would mean addition, so p + m

With this info we can form an expression.

p + m - 10

This is how I would write it.

Since the sum of p and m is (p+m) and the 10 less is the (-10)

You would add the p and m to find their sum and then take off 10 for the 10 less.

I hope this helps!

If you have any questions or concerns please comment or message me! :)

User BasssS
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Answer:

p + m - 10 is your expression

Explanation:

User Bhanu Chawla
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