Question

question
represent the following phrase as an algebraic expression, where \a number\ is
the letter x. you do not need to simplify.

4 is multiplied by the difference of 5 and a number.

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the difference

The difference of 5 and a number (x) is \( 5 - x \).

Step2: Multiply by 4

Multiply the result from Step 1 by 4, so the expression is \( 4 \times (5 - x) \) or \( 4(5 - x) \).

Answer:

\( 4(5 - x) \)