SOLUTION: How do I simplify the following: (17x - 6)/3? I think the answer is 17x/3 - 2

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Question 360837: How do I simplify the following:
(17x - 6)/3? I think the answer is 17x/3 - 2
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi, 

(17x - 6)/3 = 17x/3 - 6/3

You are absolutely correct! when simplified.

17x/3 - 2

Good job