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

Solution

simplify

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

Solution

- 3 x + 11

Solution steps

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

Expand

2 (x + 3) : 2 x + 6

= 2 x + 6 - 5 (x - 1)

Expand

- 5 (x - 1) : - 5 x + 5

= 2 x + 6 - 5 x + 5

Group like terms

= 2 x - 5 x + 6 + 5

Add similar elements:

2 x - 5 x = - 3 x

= - 3 x + 6 + 5

Add the numbers:

6 + 5 = 11

= - 3 x + 11

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is 2(x+3)-5(x-1) ?
The solution to 2(x+3)-5(x-1) is -3x+11