I'm having a bit of trouble with this algebraic expression....

a= 2, b=3, and c= -6

(a-c) (c+5)

So here's what I substituted:

(2 - (-6))(-6 +5)

Did I do this right?

Question

I'm having a bit of trouble with this algebraic expression.... 

a= 2, b=3, and c= -6

(a-c) (c+5)

So here's what I substituted:

(2 - (-6))(-6 +5)

Did I do this right?

plasmataco · Answer

Wat....?

arindameducationusc · Answer

yes

plasmataco · Answer

Yup

arindameducationusc · Answer

yes you did right! Good job!

coming.home · Answer

Thanks for much! So the answer would be... -8 right? I'll give you guys both medals...if I can. I'm new at openstudy lol

plasmataco · Answer

To help even more, when there are 2 negatives, it makes a positive so 2-(-6) is equal to 2+6

coming.home · Answer

Okay I got it. Thanks for much again! :)

plasmataco · Answer

Yes, the answer is negative eight nice job. I'm also new, two days. I'm only thirteen but I like to help strangers.  :3

plasmataco · Answer

It's ez to rank up

coming.home · Answer

Lol I'm the same age. You're really smart. Maybe you could help me with future questions. Thanks :)