Question

Find the sum of (x + 5), (–4x –2), and (2x – 1).

PLEASE HELP!!!

Answer 1

-x-2

Explanation:

x+5 + -4x -2 + 2x -1 = -x -2

Answer 2

-x + 2

Explanation:

(x + 5), (-4x -2), and (2x -1)

x + (-4x) + 2x) + (5 + -2 + -1)

= -x + 2