Question 48629: what is 15 less than k?how would u put it into an equation? Found 2 solutions by tsmith5651, scoop:Answer by tsmith5651(7) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! the answer x= k-15
The "what is" can always be x.
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