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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Addition and Subtraction of Polynomials

Question 3 • OK-Algebra II A

Find each difference.(–6s2 + 12s – 8) – (3s2 + 8s – 6) =

Answer
A
–9s2 + 4s – 14
B
–9s2 + 4s – 2
C
–9s2 + 20s – 14
D
–9s2 + 20s – 2

Explanation

Distribute the subtraction across the second parentheses, changing each sign: (–6s² + 12s – 8) – (3s² + 8s – 6) = –6s² + 12s – 8 – 3s² – 8s + 6. Combine like terms: (–6s² – 3s²) + (12s – 8s) + (–8 + 6) = –9s² + 4s – 2. The correct choice is B, –9s² + 4s – 2.

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