Write the Phrase as an Algebraic Expression $31 - 5 x$

question 100

Multiple Choice

Write the phrase as an algebraic expression. Let x represent the unknown number.
-Five times a number decreased by 31

• A) \(31 - 5 x\)
• B) \(31 x - 5\)
• C) \(5 x + 31\)
• D) \(5 x - 31\)

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