Question

subtract: (8a^4 + 5d)-(3a^4 + 3d)
your answer should be in simplest terms.
enter the correct answer.

Explanation:

Step1: Distribute the negative sign

$(8a^{4}+5d)-(3a^{4}+3d)=8a^{4}+5d - 3a^{4}-3d$

Step2: Combine like - terms

$(8a^{4}-3a^{4})+(5d - 3d)=5a^{4}+2d$

Answer:

$5a^{4}+2d$