Which of the following correctly simplifies the expression −17+5+3i−8 and expresses it in the form of a+bi ?(1 point)

1. -17
2. -9-8i
3. -20+3i
4. -12-5i

1 answer

Option 3 is the correct answer.
−17+5+3i−8 simplifies to -20+3i.