Question

Three equations model this situation: 37 is 3 less than 5 times a number.

Which equation does NOT?

Answer 1

37 - 3 = 5x

Explanation:

Yes, this equation does NOT model the same relationship as 37 is 3 less than 5 times a number.

Start at 37, subtract 3, land at 5x is NOT the same relationship as...

Start at 5x, subtract 3, land at 37.