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  • 15-04-2020
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(3x - 6) - (8x + 5)

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ariyanna29
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  • 15-04-2020
you have to combine liked terms. the answer is -5x- -1, which is essentially -5x+1 because two negative is a positive
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Amphitrite1040
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  • 28-10-2021

Hey there!

(3x - 6) - (8x + 5)

= 3x - 6 - 8x + 5

COMBINE the LIKE TERMS

= (3x - 8x) + (-6 - 5)

= -5x + (-11)

= -5x - 11

Therefore, your answer: -5x - 11

Good luck on your assignment and enjoy your day!

~Amphitrite1040:)

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