Question

34 - 5y + 8 - 5y

Explanation:

Step1: Combine like terms for constants

Add the constant terms \(34\) and \(8\).
\(34 + 8 = 42\)

Step2: Combine like terms for \(y\)-terms

Add the \(y\)-terms \(-5y\) and \(-5y\).
\(-5y-5y=-10y\)

Step3: Combine the results

Combine the results from Step 1 and Step 2.
\(42 - 10y\)

Answer:

\(42 - 10y\)