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Simplify by using the distributive property, then combining like terms: 3(8n - 1) - 17n

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Start by multiplying 3 to both values in the parenthesis.

3(8n - 1) - 17n > 8n(3) - 1(3) - 17n > 24n - 3 - 17n

Next, combine like terms.

24n - 3 - 17n > 24n - 17n - 3 > 24n - 17n - 3 > 7n - 3

Because of the variable, n, you cannot simplify any further. This means your final answer is 7n - 3 :)

User Maverickm
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Answer:

7n - 3

Explanation:

3(8n - 1) - 17n

24n - 3 - 17n

7n - 3

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