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What is 3x + 2 + 4x - 1 after combining like terms

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Answer:

7x+1

Explanation:

When you look at the expression(3x+2+4x-1), you will notice that some have variables while some are just regular numbers.

First, focus on the variables. 3x and +4x. In the expression, you will have to add it so 3x+4x will be 7x. Now, keep 7x on the side and switch to the numbers.

Next, focus on the numbers. 2 and -1. All you have to do is combine them which will be 2-1 which also equals 1.

Finally, return 7x with 1 which will be 7x+1. The reason you add a + sign instead of a - sign is because you got positive 1, not negative 1.

Your answer is 7x+1.

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