The algebraic expression has been translated to a word phrase that is ambiguous (unclear). Indicate why the translation is unclear and give a translation that is not ambiguous. 7(x - 9)Translation: seven times x minus nine
A. Mistake: could be translated as 7x - 9
Correct: nine less than seven times x
B. Mistake: could be translated as 7 - 9x
Correct: nine less than seven times x
C. Mistake: could be translated as 7x - 9
Correct: seven times x decreased by nine
D. Mistake: could be translated as 7x - 9
Correct: seven times the difference of x and nine
Answer: D
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