Question

subtract.
(8f + 5) - (4f + 2)

Explanation:

Step1: Distribute the negative sign

$(8f + 5) - 4f - 2$

Step2: Combine like terms for $f$

$8f - 4f + 5 - 2 = 4f + 5 - 2$

Step3: Combine constant terms

$4f + (5 - 2) = 4f + 3$

Answer:

$4f + 3$