Which variable expression represents the word phrase?

seven decreased by the sum of a number and four

A.

7 – (m – 4)

B.

(m + 4) – 7

C.

7 – (m + 4)

D.

7 – m + 4

Question

Which variable expression represents the word phrase? 

 

seven decreased by the sum of a number and four
	
	
 
A.
	

7 – (m – 4)
	
 
B.
	

(m + 4) – 7
	
 
C.
	

7 – (m + 4)
	
 
D.
	

7 – m + 4

tylerd · Answer

which do you think it is

anonymous · Answer

I have no idea, That's why I'm asking for help.

tylerd · Answer

7 - sum of m+4

leaves us with either C or D

nincompoop · Answer

seven decreased by the sum of a number and four
7 - (n+4)