Question

Which algebraic expression represents this word description?

The product of nine and the difference between a number and five
OA. 9x-5
OB. 9(x - 5)
OC. 5-9x
OD. 9(5-x)

Answer 1

The word description "The product of nine and the difference between a number and five" can be translated to an algebraic expression as follows:

Let the number be represented by x.

The difference between a number and five is (x - 5).

The product of nine and (x - 5) is 9(x - 5).

Therefore, the correct algebraic expression that represents the given word description is option (OB) 9(x - 5).