Question

Perform the operation.
(-10x² + 9) + (8x2 – 5x + 7)
HELP ASAP PLS

Answer 1

-2x² - 5x + 16

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

Algebra I

• Terms/Coefficients

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

(-10x² + 9) + (8x² - 5x + 7)

Step 2: Simplify

1. Combine like terms (x²): -2x² + 9 - 5x + 7
2. Combine like terms (Z): -2x² - 5x + 16