Question

Simplify the following expression (7.4x + 8.7) - (-4.96x + 3.18)

A 2.44x +5.52

B 2.44x +11.88

C 12.36x +5.52

D. 12.36x +11.88

Answer 1

= 12.36 x + 5.52

Explanation:

(7.4x + 8.7) - (-4.96x + 3.18)

combine like terms

7.4x + 4.96x + 8.7 - 3.18

= 12.36 x + 5.52

...choice c