Simplify the following expression. 3(x + 2) - 5x

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Gustavo Gondim · Answer 1 · 2021-10-22T02:35:33+0000

Answer:

-2x+6

Explanation:

First, multiply x+2 by 3.

3 x x = 3x

3 x 2 = 6

3(x+2) simplifies to 3x+6

Rewrite the equation: 3x+6-5x

Combine like terms

3x - 5x = -2x

-2x+6