Perform the indicated operation. (8-15i) + (-3+2i)

Treat the imaginary component or "i" as a variable and add up like terms

(8-15i) + (-3+2i)

adding up like terms would mean you add the 8 and - 3 together, and the - 15i and 2i together

8-15i - 3 + 2i

(8-3) + (-15i + 2i)

5 + (-13i)

5 - 13i