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23 March, 11:57

9 Which expression is equivalent to (2x - 5) -

(3x - 8)

A - x - 13

B - x + 3

C 2x - 16 D 5x - 3

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  1. 23 March, 15:09
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    Answer is - x+3

    2x-5 - (3x-8) distribute the negative sign

    = 2x-5+-1 (3x-8)

    = 2x + - 5 + - 1 (3x) + (-1) (-8)

    = 2x + - 5 + = - 3x + 8 combine like terms

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

    = - x + 3
  2. 23 March, 15:33
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    I believe the answer is C or A
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