Write the word phrase as an algebraic expression. Use x to represent the unknown value.A number decreased by eight

A. - 8
B.
C. 8 - x
D. + 8


Answer: A

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A. 190,000 B. 213,000 C. 2,093,000 D. 195,000

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Add the numbers. 

A. 349 B. 1169 C. 360 D. 359

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Write the statement in the form "if p, then q."I will lose weight if I diet.

A. If I diet, then I will lose weight. B. If I lose weight, then I will diet. C. If I diet, then I gain weight. D. If I don't diet, then I won't lose weight.

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Add and, if possible, simplify.-  +  

A. - 
B. - 
C. - 
D. - 

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