Question

What is the difference when (5x-3x^2+7) is subtracted from (6x^2-x+8)

Answer 1

9x^2 - 6x + 1.

Explanation:

(6x^2-x+8) - (5x-3x^2+7) Distribute the negative over second brackets:

= 6x^2 - x + 8 - 5x + 3x^2 - 7

= 9x^2 - 6x + 1.