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Simplify the following algebraic expression: 2 (2x + 3y) + 3 (5 – 2x) +1+y

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Answer: -2x+7y+16

Explanation:

1. Distribute 2 through the parentheses

  • 4x+6y+3(5-2x)+1+y
  • 4x+6y+15-6x+1+y

2. Collect like terms

  • -2x+6y+15+1+y
  • -2x+7y+15+1
  • -2x+7y+16

3. Solution, -2x+7y+16

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