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simplify 3(x+9)-(x-6)

Solution

simplify

3 (x + 9) - (x - 6)

Solution

2 x + 33

Solution steps

3 (x + 9) - (x - 6)

Apply the distributive law:

- (a - b) = - a + b

- (x - 6) = - x + 6

= 3 (x + 9) - x + 6

Expand

3 (x + 9) : 3 x + 27

= 3 x + 27 - x + 6

Group like terms

= 3 x - x + 27 + 6

Add similar elements:

3 x - x = 2 x

= 2 x + 27 + 6

Add the numbers:

27 + 6 = 33

= 2 x + 33

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is 3(x+9)-(x-6) ?
The solution to 3(x+9)-(x-6) is 2x+33