Question

Identify whether or not each pair of terms can be combined to simplify the expression (−4t − 7) + (3t+8).

-4r and -7
3r and 8
-41 and 3r

Answer 1

Answer: (-4t - 7) + (3t + 8) cannot be simplified further as the terms have different variables.

(-4r and -7) and (3r and 8) cannot be combined as these terms have different variables.

(-41 and 3r) cannot be combined as these terms have different variables.

Explanation: