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Which expression represents the difference of (8x-5y) and (2x-y)?

A. 10x - 9y
B. 10x - 8y
C. 6x - 4y
D. 6x - 6y

User Ginxxx
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Answer:

C

Explanation:

User Eoinii
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Answer:

C. 6x - 4y

Explanation:

Difference means subtract

8x-5y - (2x-y)

Distribute the minus sign

8x-5y - 2x+y

Combine like terms

6x-4y

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