Question

Subtract ( – 8r–2)–( – 5r–9)

Answer 1

Answer:
`-3r+7`

Explanation:

given the equation

`(-8r-2)-(-5r-9)`

Distribute the negative

`-8r-2+5r+9`

Combine like terms

`(-8r+5r)+(-2+9)`

`(-3r)+(7)=`

`-3r+7`

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