Question

2x+3y+2(x-y)-3x
solving using the distributive property of addition. show all steps.

Answer 1

2x+3y+2(x-y)-3x
2x+3y+2x-2y-3x
The answer is x+y because 2x+2x-3x is x or 1x and 3y-2y is 1y or y

Answer 2

`2x+3y+2(x-y)-3x`

Distribute the 2 to (x-y).


`2x+3y+2x-2y-3x`

You can then rearrange the order (not necessary) to add all like terms.


`4x-3x+3y-2y`

You can then simplify and you get your answer.


`x+y`