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Hey!! Can you also help me with this thank you−3(2y − 9) − (5y + 4)

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Answer:

Let's simplify step-by-step.

3(2y−9)−(5y+4)

Distribute the Negative Sign:

=3(2y−9)+−1(5y+4)

=3(2y−9)+−1(5y)+(−1)(4)

=3(2y−9)+−5y+−4

Distribute:

=(3)(2y)+(3)(−9)+−5y+−4

=6y+−27+−5y+−4

Combine Like Terms:

=6y+−27+−5y+−4

=(6y+−5y)+(−27+−4)

=y+−31

Answer:

=y−31

Explanation:

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