Question

(8y - 7) - (y - 4) =
subtract expression

Answer 1

7y - 3

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

Distributive Property

Algebra I

• Terms/Coefficients

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

(8y - 7) - (y - 4)

Step 2: Simplify

1. Distribute negative: 8y - 7 - y + 4
2. Combine like terms (y): 7y - 7 + 4
3. Combine like terms (Z): 7y - 3

Answer 2

7y -3

Explanation:

(8y - 7) - (y - 4) =

Distribute the subtraction sign

8y - 7 - y + 4 =

Combine like terms

8y-y -7+4

7y -3