5+2[x-1]
First, distribute the 2 to both terms inside the brackets:
5 + 2x - 2
Next, combine like terms:
5 - 2 + 2x
Finally, simplify:
3 + 2x
So, 5+2[x-1] simplifies to 3 + 2x.
5+2[x-1]
First, distribute the 2 to both terms inside the brackets:
5 + 2x - 2
Next, combine like terms:
5 - 2 + 2x
Finally, simplify:
3 + 2x
So, 5+2[x-1] simplifies to 3 + 2x.