Question

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\\((5x - 12) + (-x - 1)\\)
\\((5x - 12) + (-x - 1) = \square\\) (simplify your answer. do not factor.)

Explanation:

Step1: Remove parentheses

$5x - 12 - x - 1$

Step2: Combine like x terms

$5x - x = 4x$

Step3: Combine constant terms

$-12 - 1 = -13$

Step4: Combine results

$4x - 13$

Answer:

$4x - 13$