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Find the difference of the two expressions.
(5/8x + 5) - (2/8x - 2)

User UserJA
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3/8x+7 that’s the answer
User Lost Koder
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Answer: 3/8x + 7

Explanation:

5/8x + 5 - 2/8x + 2 <— make sure you distribute the negative.

3/8x + 7

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