Question

Combine the like terms to create an equivalent expression: 8t + 1 + (-4t) + (-6)

Answer 1

Answer: 4t -5

Step-by-step explanation:

First, organize the equation.

8t - 4t +1 - 6.

4t -5

Answer 2

Answer: 4t - 5

Step-by-step explanation:

      We will combine like terms in the given expression to create an equivalent expression.

Given:

   8t + 1 + (-4t) + (-6)

Reorder:

   8t + (-4t) + 1 + (-6)

Distribute positives:

   8t - 4t + 1 - 6

Combine like terms with subtraction:

   4t - 5