Question

Write an equation to represent the following description. The difference of seven times a number and 15 is 41.

Answer 1

Answer: 3

7x + 15 = 41 or 7x - 15 = 41

Answer 2

Answer:

7x - 15 = 41

Step-by-step explanation:

The key word is "difference" so keep that in mind. 7 times a number and 15 is 41. The "number" is unknown so a variable can be put in place until the number is known. The whole equation equals 41. The word "and" is where the "difference" or subtraction sign should go. Now we have a translated description! I hope this helps and if I'm wrong, please let me know!