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What is the simplified result of following the steps below in order? 1.Add 5y to 2x 2.Multiply the sum by 3 3.Substract x+y from the product

5x + 14y
5x + 16y
5x + 5y
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Correct Answer: 5x + 14y

Explanation:

Step 1 :2x + 5y

Step 2 :3(2x + 5y) = 6x + 15y

Step 3 :(6x + 15y) - (x +y) = 6x + 15y - x - y (watch that last minus sign!)

This gives 5x + 14y

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