Question

Simplify the expression.

(−0.75x + 8) + (1.5x + 4.4)

The simplified expression is

Answer 1

0.75x + 12.4

Explanation:

1. Remove parantheses

−0.75x + 8 + 1.5x + 4.4

2. Group like terms

−0.75x + 1.5x + 8 + 4.4

3. Add similar elements: −0.75x + 1.5x = 0.75x

0.75x + 8 + 4.4

4. Add the numbers: 8 + 4.4 = 12.4

0.75x + 12.4

Answer 2

Simplify

-0.75x + 8 + 1.5x + 4.4

Collect like terms

(-0.75x + 1.5x) + (8 + 4.4)

Simplify

0.75x + 12.4