Question

Which of these is the algebraic expression for "4 less than the product of 5 and some number?"

5 − 4p
4 − 5p
5p − 4
4p − 5

Answer 1

answer = 5p − 4 (Answer C)

Explanation:

"4 less than the product of 5 and some number = 5p − 4

Answer 2

answer = 5p − 4 (third choice)

"4 less than the product of 5 and some number = 5p − 4