Translate the expression into the language of algebra. Use the variable x to represent the number.5 decreased by a number

A. 5x
B. x - 5
C. 1 - 5x
D. 5 - x


Answer: D

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Solve the problem.Find the centroid of the rectangular solid defined by .

A.  = 2, = 1,  = 
B.  = 1,  =  = 
C.  =  =  = 3
D.  = 4,  = 2,  = 9

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Find all the second order partial derivatives of the given function.f(x, y) = ln (x2y - x)

A.  =  = - ;   =  = - 
B.  =  = - ;   =  = - 
C.  =  = ;   =  =  
D.  =  = - ;   =  = - 

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Determine whether the statement is true or false. If it is true, give two examples to illustrate it. If it is false, give a single counterexample.If you make the sides of a square 6 times longer, the area of the square is 36 times larger.

What will be an ideal response?

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Use the map to find the shortest route between the given locations.Denver to Alton

A. 148 miles   B. 138 miles C. 144 miles   D. 154 miles  

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