Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression: ( -x + 2 + 4x^2 ) - ( -x - 6 - 6x^3 )

Solution

Let's solve the given expression:

Simplify: (x+2+4x2)(x66x3)\text{Simplify: } \left(-x + 2 + 4x^2 \right) - \left(-x - 6 - 6x^3 \right)

Step 1: Remove the parentheses

To simplify the expression, first remove the parentheses by distributing the subtraction across the second group:

x+2+4x2(x66x3)- x + 2 + 4x^2 - (-x - 6 - 6x^3)

Distribute the negative sign to each term in the second group:

x+2+4x2+x+6+6x3- x + 2 + 4x^2 + x + 6 + 6x^3

Step 2: Combine like terms

Now, combine the like terms:

  • Combine the xx terms: x+x=0-x + x = 0
  • The constant terms: 2+6=82 + 6 = 8
  • The x2x^2 term remains 4x24x^2
  • The x3x^3 term is 6x36x^3

Thus, the simplified expression is:

6x3+4x2+86x^3 + 4x^2 + 8

This is the final simplified expression. Let me know if you have any questions or if you need more details.


Here are some related questions you might find interesting:

  1. How do you factor a polynomial like 6x3+4x2+86x^3 + 4x^2 + 8?
  2. What are the steps to differentiate the polynomial 6x3+4x2+86x^3 + 4x^2 + 8?
  3. How would you solve 6x3+4x2+8=06x^3 + 4x^2 + 8 = 0?
  4. Can you graph the polynomial 6x3+4x2+86x^3 + 4x^2 + 8? What are its key features?
  5. How do the degrees of each term affect the shape of the graph of 6x3+4x2+86x^3 + 4x^2 + 8?

Tip: When simplifying expressions with multiple terms, it's crucial to carefully distribute negative signs to ensure accuracy.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Simplification
Polynomials

Formulas

Distributive property

Theorems

Combining like terms

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10