Simplify the expression. -2x + -5 + 8x + -4

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Paceaux asked May 11, 2023

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Simplify the expression. -2x + -5 + 8x + -4

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-2x+(-5)+8x+(-4)
-2x-5+8x-4
-2x+8x-5-4
6x-9

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Answer:

6x - 9

Explanation:

Simplify by combining the like terms in steps

-2x + -5 + 8x + -4 =
(8x - 2x) - (5 + 4) =
6x - 9

Rpf answered May 16, 2023

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