How do I simplify the following expression (3x + 2y) - (x + 5y) ​

Question

How do I simplify the following expression

`(3x + 2y) - (x + 5y)`
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Answer 1

2x - 3y

Explanation:

Given :-

(3x + 2y) - (x + 5y)

Simplifying :-

3x + 2y - x - 5y

2x - 3y

Solution :-

2x - 3y

Answer 2

answer : 2x-3y
3x - x = 2x
2y - 5y = -3y
So
2x - 3y