Question

I NEED THIS ANSWER After simplifying, which expressions are equivalent? Select three options.

(3.4a – 1.7b) + (2.5a – 3.9b)
(2.5a + 1.6b) + (3.4a + 4b)
(–3.9b + a) + (–1.7b + 4.9a)
–0.4b + (6b – 5.9a)
5.9a – 5.6b

Answer 1

1, 3, 5 are correct

Explanation:

1. (3.4a – 1.7b) + (2.5a – 3.9b) = 5.9a - 5.6b

2. (2.5a + 1.6b) + (3.4a + 4b) = 5.9a + 5.6b

3. (–3.9b + a) + (–1.7b + 4.9a) = 5.9a - 5.6b

4. –0.4b + (6b – 5.9a) = 5.9b - 5.6a

5. 5.9a – 5.6b = 5.9a – 5.6b