perform the operation. (-6x^2 + x - 6) - (4x^2 - 6x - 4)

Explanation:

Step1: Distribute the negative sign

$(-6x^{2}+x - 6)-4x^{2}+6x + 4$

Step2: Combine like - terms of $x^{2}$

$(-6x^{2}-4x^{2})+(x + 6x)+(-6 + 4)$ $=-10x^{2}+7x - 2$

Answer:

$-10x^{2}+7x - 2$