Question

ADD ( 12x + 5 ) + (3x - 7)

Answer 1

15x - 2

Explanation:

Since there is an addition sign in between the parentheses, just ignore the parentheses all together. You can't combine anything inside the parentheses anyways.

New expression:

12x + 5 + 3x - 7

Combine like terms.

12x + 3x = 15x 5 - 7 = -2

Answer:

15x - 2

Answer 2

Hey there!

`\bold{( 12x+5 )+(3x-7)}`

• Firstly, let's combine your like terms
• 
  `\bold{12x}[and]\bold{3x}`
• 
  `\bold{5}[and]\bold{-7}`
• Let's solve for your equation, shall we?
• 
  `\bold{(12x+3x)+(5+(-7))}`
• 
  `\bold{12x+3x=15x}`
• 
  `\bold{5+(-7)=-2}`
• 
  `\boxed{\boxed{\bold{Answer:15x-2}}}`

Good luck on your assignment and enjoy your day!

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