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Simplify the expression: 7 - 7(5 + x) - 9x
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Answer:

-16x-28

Explanation:

Break it into little pieces; start with distributing the -7:

-7(5+x)

-35-7x

Now add the rest of the problem: 7-35-7x-9x

Combine like terms: 7-35 7x-9x

7-35=-28 7x-9x=-16x

Rearrange so the coefficient and variable are upfront, giving you:

-16x-28

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