Which equation represents the following sentence? the product of five and a number decreased by 16.31 is the same as 72.96. a. 5n -16,31 = 72.96 b. 5n+ 16.31 = 72.96 c. 16.31n - 5 = 72.96 d. 16.31 - 5n = 72.96

Hello! I'm not sure, but I think it's is A.

the entire expression should be subtracted from 30. to subtract the quantity, distribute the negative sign, which changes the signs on the terms. so, the –2 changes to positive and gets added to 30 instead of subtracted from it.

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