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Simplify the expression:
5q+–8q

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-3q......................
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Answer:

-3q

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

  1. Brackets
  2. Parenthesis
  3. Exponents
  4. Multiplication
  5. Division
  6. Addition
  7. Subtraction
  • Left to Right

Algebra I

  • Terms

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

5q + -8q

Step 2: Simplify

  1. Rewrite: 5q - 8q
  2. Combine like terms: -3q
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