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simplify 3(x+y)-5(x-y)

Solution

simplify

3 (x + y) - 5 (x - y)

Solution

- 2 x + 8 y

Solution steps

3 (x + y) - 5 (x - y)

Expand

3 (x + y) : 3 x + 3 y

= 3 x + 3 y - 5 (x - y)

Expand

- 5 (x - y) : - 5 x + 5 y

= 3 x + 3 y - 5 x + 5 y

Group like terms

= 3 x - 5 x + 3 y + 5 y

Add similar elements:

3 x - 5 x = - 2 x

= - 2 x + 3 y + 5 y

Add similar elements:

3 y + 5 y = 8 y

= - 2 x + 8 y

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is 3(x+y)-5(x-y) ?
The solution to 3(x+y)-5(x-y) is -2x+8y