Question

Which expression is equivalent to (6n - 5) - (2n - 3)?

(A) 8n - 8
(B) 8n - 2
(C) 4n - 8
(D) 4n - 2​

Answer 1

4n - 2 (Answer D)

Explanation:

First, remove the parentheses by performing the indicated multiplication: we get:

6n - 5 - 2n + 3

Next, we combine like terms, obtaining:

4n - 2 (Answer D)