Capuchin
May 23, 2007, 12:56 AM
I will solve a similar question for you
4b - 9a - (-7a + 6b)
First we rewrite the minus sign before the brackets
4b - 9a + (-1(-7a + 6b))
Now we expand out the innermost brackets
4b - 9a + (7a - 6b)
Now we can eliminate the other brackets
4b - 9a + 7a - 6b
Grouping like terms:
(4b - 6b) + (7a -9a)
And now we solve the terms in brackets:
-2b + (-2a)
And expand
-2b - 2a
Now you have a go at yours and let me know what answer you get.
Capuchin
May 23, 2007, 04:04 AM
9a + 7b yes you're right! :)