Finite Math Examples

$2 x - 5 + (7 x - 3 x^{2} - 3)$

Step 1

The polynomial cannot be factored using the grouping method. Try a different method, or if you aren't sure, choose Factor.

The polynomial cannot be factored using the grouping method.

Step 2

Remove unnecessary parentheses.

$2 x - 5 + 7 x - 3 x^{2} - 3$

Step 3

Add $2 x$ and $7 x$ .

$9 x - 5 - 3 x^{2} - 3$

Step 4

Subtract $3$ from $- 5$ .

$9 x - 3 x^{2} - 8$

Step 5

Reorder terms.

$- 3 x^{2} + 9 x - 8$