Question

Which of the following equations, in its simplest form, will be equivalent to 3x + 2 + (–5)?

A. 2 + 3x + 5

B. x – 1 + x – 2 + x

C. –3 – 3x – 1 + x

D. 3 – 3x

Answer 1

D. 3x-3

Explanation:

Let's combine like terms:

3x+2-5=3x-3