Translate the sentence into an equation. Nine less then the product of 5 and a number equals 7. Use the variable x for the unknown number.

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Translate the sentence into an equation.

Nine less then the product of 5 and a number equals 7.

Use the variable x for the unknown number.

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Answer:

9 - 5x = 7

Explanation:

Nine (9) less (-) then the product (*) of 5*x, equals (=) to 7

9 - 5x = 7

Shades answered Feb 8, 2023

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