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Combining like terms with negative coefficients

−n+(−4)−(−4n)+6

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Remember, if you add negative four, you're really subtracting four, or if you take away negative four, you're really adding four.

-n+(-4)-(-4n)+6
-n-4+4n+6 simplify
{-n+4n are like terms, so combine them. -n+4n is exactly the same as 4n-n, so flip them around if it helps. Just remember to keep the sign with the right number. Same thing with -4+6.}

Answer:

3n+2
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Answer:

The answer is 3n + 2

Explanation:

-n + (-4) - (-4n) + 6

-n - 4 + 4n + 6

4n - n + 6 - 4

3n + 2

Thus, The answer is 3n + 2

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