Question

Simplify (4x − 6) − (5x + 1). (1 point)

Question 2 options:

1)

x + 7

2)

−x + 7

3)

x − 7

4)

−x − 7

Answer 1

4) -x - 7

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

(4x - 6) - (5x + 1)

Step 2: Simplify

1. Distribute negative: 4x - 6 - 5x - 1
2. Combine like terms (x): -x - 6 - 1
3. Combine like terms (Z): -x - 7