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What is 3(2x+1)+2(x+3) Help please x

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3(2x+1)+2(x+3)

Distribute by 3 through parentheses
Distribute by 2 through parentheses

6x+3+2x+6

Collect like terms:6x+2x=8x , 3+6=9
The answer is 8x+9
User Ashley Davis
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Answer:

8x + 9

Explanation:

Treat the question as 2 separate brackets

First expand 3(2x + 1) :

6x + 3

Then expand 2(x + 3) :

2x + 6

Now add the two answers together and simplify :

= 6x + 3 + 2x + 6

= 8x + 9

hope this helps :)

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