Question

simplify the expression. if not possible, write simplified.
$10xy - 4(xy + xy)$

Explanation:

Step1: Combine like terms inside parentheses

$xy + xy = 2xy$

Step2: Distribute the -4 to the term

$-4 \times 2xy = -8xy$

Step3: Combine remaining like terms

$10xy - 8xy = 2xy$

Answer:

$2xy$