SOLUTION: Translate to an algebraic expression, equation, or inequality. Eight less than twice five less than a number.

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Question 342912: Translate to an algebraic expression, equation, or inequality.

Eight less than twice five less than a number.
Answer by nyc_function(2741) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
I read the question a second time and found that the true answer is
2(n - 5) - 8.
Again, you can use any variable of choice.
Understand?