Question

Combine the Expression: (2a + 8) + (4a + 5)

Answer 1

6a + 13

Explanation:

1. simplify

(2a + 8) + (4a + 5)

2. Reorder the terms

(8 + 2a) + (4a + 5)

3. Remove parentheses

8 + 2a + 4a + 5

4. Combine like terms

8 + 5 = 13

2a + 4a = 6a

So, 6a + 13 is your answer.

Answer 2

6a +13

Explanation:

(2a + 8) + (4a + 5)

Combine like terms

2a+4a +8+5

6a +13