Question

subtract.
(-8a - 8) - (4a - 3)

Explanation:

Step1: Distribute the negative sign

$(-8a - 8) - 4a + 3$

Step2: Combine like terms for $a$

$-8a - 4a = -12a$

Step3: Combine constant terms

$-8 + 3 = -5$

Step4: Combine the results

$-12a - 5$

Answer:

$-12a - 5$