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Simplify. 7 (x-1) -2 (x-1)
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7 (x-1) -2 (x-1)

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Answer: 5x-5

Explanation:

7 (x-1) -2 (x-1)

7x-7-2x+2

Combine like terms:

7x-2x=5x

-7+2=-5

Answer simplified is 5x-5.

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