Question

Simplify.
(3.8w+ 4) – 1.5w+8
2.3 w+ 12
5.3 w+ 12
2.3 w-12
5.3 w-12

Answer 1

2.3w+12

Explanation:

Parentheses do not matter for this question.

(3.8w+ 4)–1.5w+8=

3.8w+4-1.5w+8=

Subtract 1.5w from 3.8w

2.3w+4+8=

Add 4 and 8 together

2.3w+12

Answer 2

2.3w +12

Explanation:

(3.8w+ 4) – 1.5w+8

Combine like terms

3.8w-1.5w +4+8

2.3w +12