SOLUTION: How do I simplify the following expression? 4.) (11x + 17) - (14x + 18)

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Question 542303: How do I simplify the following expression?


4.) (11x + 17) - (14x + 18)

Answer by friesr(113)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
(11x + 17) - (14x + 18)
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In this problem, the brackets are just to confuse you. Associative property of addition.
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-3x-1
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