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Answer:
1 + 3x
Yes, you can simplify.
Since 9 and -8 are like terms, you can combine them.
When you add 9+-8 (or 9-8) your answer is 1
Then you add the 1 and positive 3
1 + 3x
Yes, you can simplify.
Since 9 and -8 are like terms, you can combine them.
When you add 9+-8 (or 9-8) your answer is 1
Then you add the 1 and positive 3