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What is (2x+9)+(3x-1)

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Answer: 5x + 8

Explanation:

Remove parentheses.

2x + 9 + 3x - 1

Collect like terms.

(2x + 3x) + (9 - 1)

Simplify

5x + 8

User Chris Biscardi
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Answer:

5x + 8

Explanation:

Add 3x and 2x together. Then add 9 and -1 together.

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