A player scored p points in the first game and 12 fewer points in the second game. Write an expression for the second game score.

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State what unknown quantity the letter stands for. This 5th Grade Math lesson builds the skill Write numerical and variable expressions with a concept card and practice.

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Question

A player scored p points in the first game and 12 fewer points in the second game. Write an expression for the second game score.

Accepted Answer

p - 12