Question

(9x + 5) – (6x – 8) =
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Answer 1

3x + 13

Explanation:

' - (6x - 8) ' All numbers in this bracket are cancelled out by the subtraction sign

= -6x + 8

9x + 5 - 6x + 8

9x - 6x= 3x

+5 + 8 = 13

3x + 13

Answer 2

Explanation:

9x + 5 - (6x - 8) = ...distribute the - thru the parenthesis

9x + 5 - 6x + 8 =

3x + 13 <===