Q29. - Algebra 2

Question

Write a verbal expression to represent each equation.

 

$x-5=12$

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

A number decreased by 5 results in 12.

Step 1- Observe the provided equation

According to the statement there is a variable so consider that variable as a number. There is a subtraction which indicates towards decrement. All the operations result in a number.

Step 2 – Use the observation

By using the observation form the verbal expression that is “A number decreased by 5 results in 12”,

Step 3- Make the conclusion

As the obtained verbal expression is completely matching with the provided equation so obtained verbal expression is the required expression.