Question

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

Answer 1

Answer:

6x + 2y

Step-by-step explanation:

In this case we merely remove the parentheses and then combine like terms:

6x + 4y - 2y, or 6x + 2y

Answer 2

Answer:

6x + 2y.

Step-by-step explanation:

• Let's go through this step by step.
• Parentheses are in the wrong spot.

$6x + (4y - 2y)$

$(4y - 2y) = 2y$

$= 6x + 2y$

• The answer is 6x + 2y.

hope this helps.