Question

Simplify: 6x + 5 + 2y - 5x + 3

Answer 1

x+8+2y

Explanation:

6x+5+2y-5x+3

= 6x-5x+5+3+2y

= x+8+2y

Answer 2

x + 2y + 8

General Formulas and Concepts:

Alg I

• Combining Like Terms

Explanation:

Step 1: Define expression

6x + 5 + 2y - 5x + 3

Step 2: Simplify

1. Combine like terms (x): x + 5 + 2y + 3
2. Combine like terms (constants): x + 2y + 8