Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Distributive Property
The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. This property allows us to multiply a single term by each term within a parenthesis. In the given expression, we apply this property to distribute -3 and 2 across the polynomials, ensuring that each term is multiplied correctly.
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Combining Like Terms
Combining like terms involves adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power. After distributing the constants in the expression, we will group the resulting terms based on their variable components, simplifying the expression into a more manageable form.
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Polynomial Operations
Polynomial operations include addition, subtraction, and multiplication of polynomial expressions. In this question, we are performing both distribution and combination of like terms, which are essential steps in simplifying polynomial expressions and solving algebraic equations.
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