To subtract the expression \((4b + 2)\) from \((6b + 4)\), follow these steps:
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Distribute the negative sign across the second expression: \[ (6b + 4) - (4b + 2) = (6b + 4) - 4b - 2 \]
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Combine like terms: \[ (6b - 4b) + (4 - 2) = 2b + 2 \]
So, the result of the subtraction is: \[ 2b + 2 \]