If x represents a given number the expression 5 less than twice the given number " is written as

Expression would be 2x -5.

Step-by-step explanation:

Given  : x represents a given number the expression 5 less than twice the given number ".

To find : Expression.

Solution : We have given

A number  = x .

According to question :'

Twice a number = 2x .

5 less than twice the given number.

2x - 5.

Negative sign for less than

Therefore, Expression would be 2x -5.

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