Math Problem Statement

(2x^2 - 6x) - (-2x^2 + 3x)

Solution

The expression in the image is:

(2x26x)(2x2+3x)(2x^2 - 6x) - (-2x^2 + 3x)

Let's simplify this step by step.

  1. Distribute the negative sign across the second parentheses: (2x26x)(2x2+3x)=2x26x+2x23x(2x^2 - 6x) - (-2x^2 + 3x) = 2x^2 - 6x + 2x^2 - 3x

  2. Combine like terms:

    • For x2x^2 terms: 2x2+2x2=4x22x^2 + 2x^2 = 4x^2
    • For xx terms: 6x3x=9x-6x - 3x = -9x

So the simplified expression is:

4x29x4x^2 - 9x

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you factor the expression 4x29x4x^2 - 9x?
  2. What are like terms in algebraic expressions?
  3. How does the distributive property work with negative signs?
  4. What happens if the equation also had a constant term?
  5. Can this quadratic expression be solved for xx?

Tip: Always combine like terms carefully to avoid mistakes when simplifying expressions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Simplification
Polynomial Expressions

Formulas

a(b + c) = ab + ac (Distributive Property)
Combining like terms

Theorems

Distributive Property
Simplification of Polynomial Expressions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10