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simplify (x+2)-(x-2)

Solution

simplify

(x + 2) - (x - 2)

Solution

4

Solution steps

(x + 2) - (x - 2)

Apply rule:

(a) = a

(x + 2) = x + 2

= x + 2 - (x - 2)

Apply the distributive law:

- (a - b) = - a + b

- (x - 2) = - x + 2

= x + 2 - x + 2

Group like terms

= x - x + 2 + 2

Add similar elements:

x - x = 0

= 2 + 2

Add the numbers:

2 + 2 = 4

= 4

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is (x+2)-(x-2) ?
The solution to (x+2)-(x-2) is 4