Question

Perform the operation. (-10x² + 9) + (8x2 – 5x + 7) HELP ASAP PLS

Answer 1

Answer:

-2x² - 5x + 16

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Algebra I

• Terms/Coefficients

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

(-10x² + 9) + (8x² - 5x + 7)

Step 2: Simplify

1. Combine like terms (x²):                                                                                  -2x² + 9 - 5x + 7
2. Combine like terms (Z):                                                                                   -2x² - 5x + 16