Question

Simplify the expression below. 3x^2 - 5x^2 + 4x^2

(Please explain how you get the answer)

Answer 1

The answer is -4x^2

Explanation:

-3x^2 - 5x^2 + 4x^2

= -3x^2 + -5x^2 + 4x^2

Combine like terms:

-3x^2 + -5x^2 + 4x^2

(-3x^2 + -5x^2 + 4x^2)

= -4x^2