Which are correct interpretations of the expression n+5

Question

? Check the three that apply.(3 points)
Responses

5 is greater than a number
5 is greater than a number

5 more than a number
5 more than a number

5 less than a number
5 less than a number

the total of a number and 5
the total of a number and 5

the difference of a number and 5
the difference of a number and 5

the sum of a number and 5

Answer 1

The expression \( n + 5 \) can be interpreted in the following ways:

1. 5 more than a number - Correct interpretation.
2. the total of a number and 5 - Correct interpretation.
3. the sum of a number and 5 - Correct interpretation.

The following interpretations are incorrect:

1. 5 is greater than a number - Incorrect interpretation.
2. 5 less than a number - Incorrect interpretation.
3. the difference of a number and 5 - Incorrect interpretation.

So the three correct interpretations are:

• 5 more than a number
• the total of a number and 5
• the sum of a number and 5