Question

If a= 2x - 3 and b= 2x+5
find the value of a+b
help pleaseeee i would really appreciate

Answer 1

a + b = 4x + 2

Explanation:

a = 2x - 3

b = 2x + 5

a + b = (2x-3) + (2x+5)

a + b = 2x + 2x - 3 + 5

a + v = 4x + 2

Answer 2

4x+2

Explanation:

a= 2x - 3 and b= 2x+5

a+b = 2x-3 + 2x+5

Combine like terms

a+b = 4x+2