Problem 17 of 7
Subtract higher-degree polynomials: (3x^2+2x-5)-(x^2-x+3).
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distribute negative signs and combine like terms.
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Distribute the subtraction sign to every term of the second polynomial.
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1. Distribute -1 across the second polynomial.
2. Group like terms by degree.
3. Combine coefficients and write standard form.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Failing to change signs of all terms in the subtracted polynomial.