Question

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rewrite in simplest terms: $(3x + 8y) - (-5x - 10y)$

Explanation:

Step1: Distribute the negative sign

$3x + 8y + 5x + 10y$

Step2: Combine like x terms

$3x + 5x = 8x$

Step3: Combine like y terms

$8y + 10y = 18y$

Step4: Combine results

$8x + 18y$

Answer:

$8x + 18y$