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Answer:

2a - 8

General Formulas and Concepts:

Algebra I

  • Combining Like Terms

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

(a - 3) + (a - 5)

Step 2: Simplify

  1. Combine like terms (a): 2a - 3 - 5
  2. Combine like terms (Z): 2a - 8
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