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Simplify the equation. 3(x+2)-9x+5

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Distribute

3(x + 2) - 9x +5

3x + 6 - 9x + 5

Add the numbers

3x + 6 - 9x + 5

3x + 11 - 9x

Combine like terms

3x + 11 - 9x

6x + 11

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User Fozylet
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Distribute

  • 3(x + 2) - 9x + 5
  • 3x + 6 - 9x + 5

Add the numbers

  • 3x + 6 - 9x + 5
  • 3x + 11 - 9x

Combine like terms

  • 3x + 11 -9x
  • -6x + 11

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