(3x-5-6y)-(2y+8) write the expression in standard form

Mathematics · High School · Tue Nov 03 2020

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Given the numerical expression:

(3x-5-6y)-(2y+8)

Write the expression in standard form.

Solution:

In order to write the expression in standard form, simply combine the similar terms between two expression. When we say combine, it's either we subtract or add, depending on the sign that was stated.

= (3x-5-6y)-(2y+8)

= 3x- 5- 6y -2y -8 

= 3x -8y - 13

Final answer: 3x -8y -13