Question

simplify.
(-8 - 9i) + (-6 + 5i)
write your answer in the form a + bi.

Explanation:

Step1: Combine real parts

\(-8 + (-6) = -14\)

Step2: Combine imaginary parts

\(-9i + 5i = -4i\)

Step3: Combine real and imaginary parts

\(-14 + (-4i)\)

Answer:

\(-14 - 4i\)