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

the product of 2 and the difference of a number and 5.

Explanation:

Step1: Find the difference of a number and 5

The number is \( x \), so the difference of \( x \) and 5 is \( x - 5 \).

Step2: Find the product of 2 and the difference

The product of 2 and \( x - 5 \) is \( 2 \times (x - 5) \), which can be written as \( 2(x - 5) \).

Answer:

\( 2(x - 5) \)