taylorwilson086
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  • 12-01-2021
  • Mathematics
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Which expression is equivalent to (5x + 4) - (7x + 8)?


12x + (4)
12x + (12)
-2x + (12)
-2x + (-4)

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rosemass
rosemass rosemass
  • 12-01-2021

Answer: the real answer is =−2x+-4

Step-by-step explanation: hope this help

Let's simplify step-by-step.

5x+4−(7x+8)

Distribute the Negative Sign:

=5x+4+−1(7x+8)

=5x+4+−1(7x)+(−1)(8)

=5x+4+−7x+−8

Combine Like Terms:

=5x+4+−7x+−8

=(5x+−7x)+(4+−8)

=−2x+−4

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