Question

Simplify
(−5abc − 6ac + 7cb) − (10abc + 6ac − 8bc)

Answer 1

-15abc - 12ac + 15bc

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

• Distributive Property

Algebra I

• Terms/Coefficients

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify

(-5abc - 6ac + 7cb) - (10abc + 6ac - 8bc)

Step 2: Simplify

1. [Distributive Property] Distribute negative: -5abc - 6ac + 7cb - 10abc - 6ac + 8bc
2. Combine like terms: -15abc - 12ac + 15bc