Question

question
represent the following phrase as an algebraic expression, where \a number\ is the letter x. you do not need to simplify.

seven times the difference of a number and 7.

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the difference of a number and 7

The number is \( x \), so the difference of \( x \) and 7 is \( x - 7 \).

Step2: Multiply this difference by seven

Multiply \( x - 7 \) by 7, which gives \( 7(x - 7) \).

Answer:

\( 7(x - 7) \)