Answer:
−7.25x−10.4
Explanation:
Let's simplify step-by-step.
−0.75x−5−(6.5x+5.4)
Distribute the Negative Sign:
=−0.75x−5+−1(6.5x+5.4)
=−0.75x+−5+−1(6.5x)+(−1)(5.4)
=−0.75x+−5+−6.5x+−5.4
Combine Like Terms:
=−0.75x+−5+−6.5x+−5.4
=(−0.75x+−6.5x)+(−5+−5.4)
=−7.25x+−10.4