Question

9 simplify the expression: (8g + 2) - (4 + 2g)

Explanation:

Step1: Distribute the negative sign

$(8g + 2) - 4 - 2g$

Step2: Group like terms

$(8g - 2g) + (2 - 4)$

Step3: Combine like terms

$6g - 2$

Answer:

$6g - 2$