Question

Simplify the expression.

(5p + 17.6) − (−3p + 12.2)

2p − 29.8
2p − 29.8

8p+5.4
8p+5.4

2p+5.4
, 2p+5.4,

5p+12.2

Answer 1

Let's simplify step-by-step.

5p+17.6−(−3p+12.2)

Distribute the Negative Sign:

=5p+17.6+−1(−3p+12.2)

=5p+17.6+−1(−3p)+(−1)(12.2)

=5p+17.6+3p+−12.2

Combine Like Terms:

=5p+17.6+3p+−12.2

=(5p+3p)+(17.6+−12.2)

=8p+5.4

Answer:

=8p+5.4