Question

Rewrite each algebraic expression with as few terms as possible using the Commutative and Associative Properties. (2x - 2y) + (5x + 7y)

Answer 1

probably 7x + 5y

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer: 7x + 5y

Step-by-step explanation: You combine the like terms so you would add 2x and 5x to get 7x-2+7y. Then you combine the other like terms so subtract -2y and 7y (You are subtracting because a negative and a positive is a negative).

I hope this helps :)