Question

simplify 5 - 3y + (-8y) + 6.6.
5 - 3y + (-8y) + 6.6 =
(simplify your answer. use integers or decimals for any

Explanation:

Step1: Combine constant terms

$5 + 6.6 = 11.6$

Step2: Combine variable terms

$-3y + (-8y) = -11y$

Step3: Combine results

$11.6 - 11y$

Answer:

$11.6 - 11y$