Question

Marcus collected 5 fewer rocks then Esha.

Part A.
How many rocks did Marcus collected if Esha collected 22 rocks?


Part B.
Which expression can be used to find the number of rocks Marcus collected if Esha collected r rocks?

A. r +5
B. r - 5
C. 5 - r​

Answer 1

The answer is B

Explanation:

it is r-5 because r is esha's rocks and 5 is the rocks that marcus has fewer than her so subtract 5-22 and you get 17

Answer 2

B

Explanation:

r -5