Question

Subtract (6x-2)-(-x+5)

Answer 1

7x-7

Explanation:

Let's simplify step-by-step.

6x−2−(−x+5)

Distribute the Negative Sign:

=6x−2+−1(−x+5)

=6x+−2+−1(−x)+(−1)(5)

=6x+−2+x+−5

Combine Like Terms:

=6x+−2+x+−5

=(6x+x)+(−2+−5)

=7x+−7

Answer 2

7x-7

Explanation:

6x-(-x) double negative --> add

7x

-2-5= -7