Write a numerical expression for the phrase and simplify it.17 less than the difference between 5 and -8
A. [5 - (-8)] - 17; -20
B. 17 - [5 - (-8)]; 4
C. (5 - 8) - 17; -20
D. [5 - (-8)] - 17; -4
Answer: D
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