Question

How do you simplify the expression by combining like terms?

15+12−5+4−7

Answer 1

17

Explanation:

Since there is no variables in the equation they are all like terms. So just do addition or subtraction. But if it wants you to separate addition and subtraction the answer would be 31-12.

Answer 2

If this is for Imagine Math:

Question:

Simplify the expression by combining like terms.

15+12−5+4−7

Answer:

7x +4y + 8