Question

what is the difference of the polynomial, write your answer in descending order. (3x^2 – 3x + 6) – (5x^2 + 2x + 9)

Answer 1

-2x^2 -5x -3

Explanation:

(3x^2 – 3x + 6) – (5x^2 + 2x + 9)

Distribute the minus sign

(3x^2 – 3x + 6) – 5x^2 - 2x - 9

Combine like terms

3x^2 – 5x^2 - 2x– 3x - 9+ 6

-2x^2 -5x -3