Question

Write an expression equivalent to (6x + 4y) – 2y by combining like terms. Enter the numbers in the boxes

Answer 1

6x +2y

Solution:

Given expression is (6x + 4y) –2y.

To find the equivalent expression for the given expression.

⇒ (6x + 4y) –2y

⇒ 6x + 4y –2y

Combine like terms together.

⇒ 6x + (4y –2y)

⇒ 6x + 2y

6x +2y is equivalent to (6x + 4y) –2y.

Hence, the expression equivalent to (6x + 4y) –2y is 6x + 2y.