Question

3-2(x+1)+(5x-4) in simplest form

Answer 1

3(x - 3)

Explanation:

3-2(x+1) + (5x-4)

(3 - 2x - 2) + (5x - 4) <-- you don't have to put parentheses, but it helps us see the problem better

1 - 2x + 5x - 4

3x - 3 --> 3(x - 3)

Answer 2

3( x - 1 )

Hope this helps.