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What is 1 + 3 (x - 5)

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Answer:

1 + 3 (x - 5) = 3x - 14

Explanation:

Given:

1 + 3 (x - 5)

Open parenthesis

= 1 + {(3 * x) - (3 * 5)}

= 1 + (3x - 15)

= 1 + 3x - 15

= 3x - 14

1 + 3 (x - 5) = 3x - 14

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