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Evaluate (3x-1) + 2 when x = 5

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Answer:

16

Explanation:

Start by plugging in 5 for x in the equation.

(3 x 5 - 1) + 2

Next do the multiplication.

15 - 1 + 2

Add and subtract.

16

You have your answer.

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User Julien Le Coupanec
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Answer:

16

Explanation:

(3x - 1) + 2

(3(5) - 1) + 2

(15 - 1) + 2

14 + 2

16

User Bosse Nilsson
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