ISEE Word Problems Question 276: Answer and Explanation

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10. What expression is equivalent to 3a3b5 + 2a2b4 – (7a2b4 – 4a3b5)?

  • A. –4a3b5 + 6a2b4
  • B. 5a3b5 – 3a2b4
  • C. –5a3b5 + a2b4
  • D. 7a3b5 – 5a2b4

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

D

First, distribute the negative sign: 3a3b5 + 2a2b4 – 7a2b4 + 4a3b5. Carefully combine like terms: 7a3b5 – 5a2b4.

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