SOLUTION: I am returning adult student to college, and would like to refresh my memory. How can I simplify 5x2-(2+13)/3+2-5+6. Any help would be gladly appreciated.

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Question 599585: I am returning adult student to college, and would like to refresh my memory.
How can I simplify 5x2-(2+13)/3+2-5+6.
Any help would be gladly appreciated.

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
simplify 5x2-(2+13)/3+2-5+6.
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= 5x^2-(15)/3 + 8-5
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= 5x^2 - 5 + 8 -5
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= 5x^2 -2
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Cheers,
Stan H.