Question

Which equation represents this statement?

The product of 12 and 5 less than the number x is 45.

a. 5(12-x)=45
b. 5(12+x)=45
c. 12(x-5)=45
d. 12(x/5)=45

Answer 1

A or B. Not sure though.

Answer 2

i think its a

Answer 3

I'd go with A then.

Answer 4

I disagree. 5 less than the number x would be the quantity (x-5).