Questions: Simplify the following linear expression:
0.8+(-2 m)-1.2+6.5 m
Transcript text: Simplify the following linear expression:
\[
0.8+(-2 m)-1.2+6.5 m
\]
Solution
Solution Steps
To simplify the given linear expression, we need to combine like terms. Specifically, we will combine the constant terms and the terms involving the variable \( m \).
Step 1: Combine Constant Terms
Combine the constant terms in the expression:
\[
0.8 - 1.2 = -0.4
\]
Step 2: Combine Variable Terms
Combine the terms involving the variable \( m \):
\[
-2m + 6.5m = 4.5m
\]
Final Answer
The simplified expression is:
\[
\boxed{-0.4 + 4.5m}
\]