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Subtract 8x-6 from 6x-9 as a algebraic expression

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Answer:

2x + 3

Explanation:

Step 1: Write expression

8x - 6 - (6x - 9)

Step 2: Distribute negative

8x - 6 - 6x + 9

Step 3: Combine like terms (x)

2x - 6 + 9

Step 4: Combine like terms (constants)

2x + 3