Question

Simplify the following expression. What is the coefficient in the simplified expression?

Answer 1

42.7/30

Explanation:

Answer 2

5x + 9

Explanation:

3x + 2 - 3x + 7 + 5x = 5x + 9

Steps

1. Group the like terms

3x - 3x + 5x + 2 + 7

2. Add similar elements: 3x - 3x + 5x = 5x

5x + 2 + 7

3. Add the numbers: 2+7=9

5x + 9