Question

What is the simplified form of the quantity of x plus 6, all over 3 − the quantity of x plus 2, all over 3 ?

Answer 1

`(4)/(3)`

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Algebra I

• Combining Like Terms

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

`(x+6)/(3) - (x+2)/(3)`

Step 2: Simplify

1. Combine fractions:
   `(x+6- (x+2))/(3)`
2. Distribute -1:
   `(x+6 - x-2)/(3)`
3. Combine like terms:
   `(4)/(3)`