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What is the difference 2X -3 minus X minus one

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Answer:

3x - 2

Explanation:

To find tye difference between 2x - 3 and -x - 1, subtract the two expressions

2x - 3 - (-x - 1)

2x - 3 + x + 1

3x - 2

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Explanation:

Step 1: Subtract


(2x - 3) - (-x - 1)


(2x - 3) +x + 1


2x - 3 + x + 1

Step 2: Combine like terms


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


3x - 2

Answer:
3x - 2

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