You have to add your like terms. So you would add 5e + (-2)e first. That would equal 3e. Next you would add 8f + (-12)f. That would equal -4f. You final answer would be 3e - 4f.
The answer is D. Because you use the foil method
5 shirts for $21
the 6 deal would be $4.25 for each shirt
4 deal would be $4.50 for each shirt
and the 5 deal is the cheapest because its $4.20 for each shirt
None of the above is the answer