Question

subtract. write the answer in standard form. (2 - 15i) - (4 + 5i) = -2 - 10i

Explanation:

Step1: Distribute the negative sign

$(2 - 15i) - 4 - 5i$

Step2: Combine real parts

$2 - 4 = -2$

Step3: Combine imaginary parts

$-15i - 5i = -20i$

Step4: Combine results

$-2 + (-20i)$

Answer:

$-2 - 20i$