Question

7 select the equivalent expression to the following.
$(4 - 3x) + (5x - 2)$
a $9x - 5$
b $8x + 6$
c $2x + 2$
d $-8x - 6$

Explanation:

Step1: Remove parentheses

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

Step2: Combine like terms (x terms)

$$-3x + 5x = 2x$$

Step3: Combine constant terms

$$4 - 2 = 2$$

Step4: Combine results

$$2x + 2$$

Answer:

C. $2x + 2$