Find an expression which represents the difference when (-2x -8y) is subtracted from (-3x - 7y) in simplest terms.​

The average hourly earnings for a construction worker is projected to be $24.50 in 2012. jason wants to join the construction work force after he graduates in 2012. his friend tells him that average hourly earnings for construction workers will rise by 2% from 2009 to 2012. based on the data below, assuming that the projected hourly earnings are correct, is jason’s friend’s statement accurate? construction industry - average hourly earnings, 2000-2009 a. his friend’s statement is accurate. the average hourly earnings will increase by 2%. b. his friend’s statement is not accurate. the percent increase will be more than 2% c. his friend’s statement is not accurate. the percent increase will be less than 2% d. his friend’s statement is not accurate. the average hourly earnings will decrease

How many times larger is 6 × 10^12 than 2 × 10^7? a. 30,000 b. 3,000 c. 3,000,000 d. 300,000

The weight of a full steel bead tire is approximately 800 grams, while a fighter wheel weighs only 700 grams. what is the weight of each tire in pounds?