Question

what is the simplified form of this expression?
(8x - 7) + (-2x - 9) - (4x - 3)
a. 2x - 13
b. 2x - 19
c. 2x - 5
d. 2x + 1

Explanation:

Step1: Remove parentheses

$8x - 7 - 2x - 9 - 4x + 3$

Step2: Combine like terms for x

$(8x - 2x - 4x) = 2x$

Step3: Combine constant terms

$(-7 - 9 + 3) = -13$

Step4: Form simplified expression

$2x - 13$

Answer:

A. 2x - 13