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Question 228218: simplify variable expression
-2(-5)q + (-72) (-q)
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Answer by JenniferTutors(83) About Me  (Show Source):
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In this problem, you would combine like terms, following order of operations from left to right.
-2(-5)q + (-72)(-q)
10q+72q
82q is your answer
Remember: negative X negative = positive