Question

subtract.
(8v + 9) - (7v + 4)

Explanation:

Step1: Distribute the negative sign

$(8v + 9)- (7v + 4)=8v + 9-7v - 4$

Step2: Combine like - terms

$(8v-7v)+(9 - 4)=v + 5$

Answer:

$v + 5$