Question

30 - -5n + 16 + 3n =

Answer 1

8n + 46

Explanation:

Combine like terms. First, simplify the signs. two negatives directly next to each other equals one positive:

- (-5n) = + 5n

30 + 5n + 16 + 3n = (30 + 16) + (5n + 3n)

(30 + 16) = 46

(5n + 3n) = 8n

8n + 46 is your answer.