How to translate "5 less than a number" into a mathematical expression?

markezop78

markezop78

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2023-01-28

How to translate "5 less than a number" into a mathematical expression?

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Vaughn Bryan

Vaughn Bryan

Beginner2023-01-29Added 7 answers

x - 5
Explanation: when x=(a number) then you -5 you find 5 less than a number hence x-5 is the answer
Padehodarobxz6

Padehodarobxz6

Beginner2023-01-30Added 2 answers

x - 5
Explanation:
If a number (x) is five less than that, then five is being deducted (subtracted) from that number.

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