Question

Simplify this expression: 5 + 2b - 2

Answer 1

3 + 2b

Explanation:

To simplify, you have to combine (add) like terms. The like terms are 5 and -2 because they both do not have a variable.

5 + (-2) = 3

2b stays the same because there are no like terms for it.

3 + 2b

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Answer 2

Answer: 2b+3

Combine like terms which are 5 and -2