Math Problem Statement
-(y + 5) - 3y
Solution
The expression provided in the image is:
Let's simplify this step-by-step.
- Distribute the negative sign across the terms inside the parentheses:
Now the expression becomes:
- Combine the like terms, which are and :
So, the simplified expression is:
The fully simplified form is:
Would you like further details or have any questions about this?
Here are five related questions for further practice:
- Simplify .
- Expand and simplify .
- What is the result of simplifying ?
- How do you distribute a negative sign over a binomial, such as ?
- Solve for if .
Tip: Always be careful with distributing negative signs across terms in parentheses, as it's a common source of mistakes.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Simplification
Distributive Property
Formulas
Distributive Property: a(b + c) = ab + ac
Theorems
Basic principles of combining like terms in algebra
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9