simplify the expression

Question

(h + 12) + (p + 24)

Answer 1

To simplify the expression \((h + 12) + (p + 24)\), you can combine like terms.

1. Distribute the addition: \[ h + 12 + p + 24 \]

2. Combine the constant terms (12 and 24): \[ h + p + (12 + 24) = h + p + 36 \]

So, the simplified expression is: \[ h + p + 36 \]