Question

(-5r + 8) + (2r - 3)​

Answer 1

the answer is -3r + 5

Explanation:

1) add like terms

2) -5r + 2r = - 3r

3) 8 + (-3) = 5

3) combine both terms.

4) -3r + 5

We cant go any further, because -3r and 5 aren't liketerms.