Find the difference of (−4x2 − 7x3 − 2) − (8x3 + 3x − 7x2). Be sure to show all of your work in a neat and organized fashion.

Use the ^ (shift 6) symbol to show an exponent. For example, x squared can be written as x^2.

Question

Find the difference of (−4x2 − 7x3 − 2) − (8x3 + 3x − 7x2). Be sure to show all of your work in a neat and organized fashion.

Use the ^ (shift 6) symbol to show an exponent. For example, x squared can be written as x^2.

lgbasallote · Answer

distribute the minus:

-4x^2 - 7x^3 - 2 - 8x^2 - 3x + 7x^2

now combine like terms

anonymous · Answer

@lgbasallote 

So would the answer be -7x^3-5x^2-3x-2?

lgbasallote · Answer

YES!!! nice :D

anonymous · Answer

Yayyyy thank you! @lgbasallote

lgbasallote · Answer

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