Question

Subtract.
(8n+8)–(3n+2)

Answer 1

To subtract the expression \((3n + 2)\) from \((8n + 8)\), you distribute the negative sign and combine like terms.

Here’s the step-by-step calculation:

1. Start with the expression:
\[
(8n + 8) - (3n + 2)
\]

2. Distribute the negative sign:
\[
8n + 8 - 3n - 2
\]

3. Combine like terms:
- For the \(n\) terms:
\[
8n - 3n = 5n
\]
- For the constant terms:
\[
8 - 2 = 6
\]

4. Putting it all together gives:
\[
5n + 6
\]

So, the final result is:
\[
\boxed{5n + 6}
\]