How do you translate into mathematical symbols: product of ten and p, decreased by four?

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EZ as pi
Jun 2, 2016

10p−4

Explanation:

The use of correct, clear grammar in cases like this is very important.
There is a difference between
"The product of 10 and p, decreased by 4"
and
"T
The product of 10 and, p decreased by 4"

In the first case, 10 and p are multiplied and then 4 is subtracted from the answer. ⇒10p−4

In the second case p has 4 subtracted from it and then the answer is multiplied by 10. ⇒10×(p−4)

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