Introductory Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-13417-805-X
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-805-9

Chapter 1 - Section 1.6 - Subtraction of Real Numbers - Exercise Set - Page 71: 91

Answer

$$6x - (-5x)$$ or $$11x$$

Work Step by Step

We need to translate the different parts of the statement in order to put together an expression. "The difference between" means to subtract. "$6$ times a number" means "$6x$." "$-5$ times a number" means "$-5x$." Now, we can put together the expression: $$6x - (-5x)$$ Simplify: $$6x + 5x$$ Add: $$11x$$
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