Question

Find the sum or difference.

(4y + 3) - (y – 2)
SHOW ALL THE WORK THAT YOU DID TO FIND THIS ANSWER for points!

Answer 1

3y + 5

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

• Distributive Property

Algebra I

• Combining Like Terms

Explanation:

Step 1: Define expression

(4y + 3) - (y - 2)

Step 2: Simplify

1. Distribute negative: 4y + 3 - y + 2
2. Combine like terms (y): 3y + 3 + 2
3. Combine like terms (Z): 3y + 5