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If f(x) = -3x - 5 and g(x) = 4x-2, find (f -g)(x).

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Answer:

(f - g)(x) = -7x - 3

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

f(x) = -3x - 5

g(x) = 4x - 2

Step 2: Find (f - g)(x)

(f - g)(x) = -3x - 5 - (4x - 2)

(f - g)(x) = -3x - 5 - 4x + 2

(f - g)(x) = -7x - 3

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