Question

subtract.
(y + 8) - (3y - 6)

Explanation:

Step1: Distribute the negative sign

$(y + 8) - 3y + 6$

Step2: Combine like terms for $y$

$y - 3y + 8 + 6 = -2y + 8 + 6$

Step3: Combine constant terms

$-2y + (8 + 6) = -2y + 14$

Answer:

$-2y + 14$