Question

(5x - 2y + 1) - (7x - 3y - 4)​

Answer 1

-2x + y + 5

Explanation:

(5x - 2y + 1) - (7x - 3y - 4)

1) Distribute the negative sign and remove all parenthesis

5x - 2y + 1 - 7x + 3y + 4

2) Combine all like terms

-2x + y + 5

Answer 2

-2x - (-1y) - (-3)

Explanation: