Question

Simplify. 1/3(5x−8)+2/3x

2 1/3x+3 1/3

1 2/3x+3 1/3

1 2/3x−2

2 1/3x−2 2/3

Answer 1

2 1/3x - 2 2/3

Explanation:

1/3 x 5

1/3 x -8

and add 2/3x to the mix

so

1 2/3x - 2 2/3x + 2/3x = 2 1/3x - 2 2/3