Question

Simplify (3x − 5) + (5x + 1). 8x − 6 8x + 4 8x − 4 2x − 4

Answer 1

8x - 4

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/Coefficients/Degrees

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

(3x - 5) + (5x + 1)

Step 2: Simplify

1. Combine like terms (x): 8x - 5 + 1
2. Combine like terms (Z): 8x - 4