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3x + 8 + 2x − 7
please simplify

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5 votes

Answer:

5x + 1

Explanation:

Step 1: Combine like terms

3x + 8 + 2x - 7

(3x + 2x) + (8 - 7)

5x + 1

Answer: 5x + 1

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