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simplify (2x-3)-(x-6)

Solution

simplify

(2 x - 3) - (x - 6)

Solution

x + 3

Solution steps

(2 x - 3) - (x - 6)

Apply rule:

(a) = a

(2 x - 3) = 2 x - 3

= 2 x - 3 - (x - 6)

Apply the distributive law:

- (a - b) = - a + b

- (x - 6) = - x + 6

= 2 x - 3 - x + 6

Group like terms

= 2 x - x - 3 + 6

Add similar elements:

2 x - x = x

= x - 3 + 6

Add the numbers:

- 3 + 6 = 3

= x + 3

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is (2x-3)-(x-6) ?
The solution to (2x-3)-(x-6) is x+3