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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Writing Expressions

Question 1 • Math 7 B (M12 25/26 S2)

Which word phrase describes the algebraic expression x - 16.5?

Answer
A
16.5 decreased by x
B
x less 16.5
C
x more than 16.5
D
16.5 minus x

Explanation

The expression x - 16.5 means subtract 16.5 from x, which is read as “x less 16.5.” “16.5 decreased by x” and “16.5 minus x” both mean 16.5 - x, while “x more than 16.5” means 16.5 + x.

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