Write an expression for a sum or difference with a letter
Type the letter of the expression that matches the phrase. Watch the order: “less than” and “subtract … from” flip it.
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Which expression matches “5 minus b”? A) b − 5; B) 5 − b; C) b + 5; D) 5b
Answer: B
Which expression matches “subtract s from 3”? A) s − 3; B) 3s; C) 3 − s; D) 3 + s
Answer: C
Which expression matches “4 minus r”? A) 4r; B) r − 4; C) r + 4; D) 4 − r
Answer: D
Tip: Type the letter of the expression that matches the phrase. Watch the order: “less than” and “subtract … from” flip it.
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