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Use the distributive property to expand the expression (8x + 3y) - (5z + 3)​

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Distribute the negative sign to the expression inside the parenthesis.

8x + 3y - 5z - 3
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Answer:

8x+3y-5z-3

Explanation:

8x+3y-5z-3

Just multiply the second parenthesis with the minus for your answer.

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