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Translate this sentence into an algebraic equation.
8 less than the product of 5 and y is 16.



A.
(8 – 5)y = 16


B.
8 – 5y = 16


C.
5y – 8 = 16


D.
(5 – 8)y = 16

Answer :

Answer:

[tex]\boxed{\bold{5y-8=16}}[/tex]

Step By Step Explanation:

Vocabulary:

Product Of: Multiplication

Less Than: Subtraction

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Pick Apart The Sentence:

8 Less Than: Eight Is Being Subtracted From A Number

The Product Of 5 And y: 5 And y Are Being Multiplied Together

Is 16: The Final Result Is 16

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Piece Together:

5y - 8 = 16

5 and y are bing multiplied, then 8 is being subtracted from that. The final result is 16.

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Answer:

5y-8=16

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