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MF.EQ.3 Challenge MF-030-A13-V02

Combine like terms and simplify expressions while preserving structure.

Choose a valid like-term move and simplify

Problem

Simplify \(-6a~+~9~-~4a~-~5~+~3a\). Which \(\text{first}~\text{move}\) combines like terms correctly? Choose it, then simplify the entire expression.

A. Group the \(a\)-terms and the constants.
B. Combine \(-4a\) and \(-5\).
C. Combine \(9\) and \(3a\).

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Curriculum context
Standard
MF.EQ.3
Category
Pre-Algebra
Domain
Expressions
Objective
Combine like terms and simplify expressions while preserving structure.
Problem type
Choose a valid like-term move and simplify