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The given expression is (47x + 52y) - (12x - 9y).
To simplify this expression, distribute the negative sign inside the second parentheses:
47x + 52y - 12x + 9y
Combine like terms:
(47x - 12x) + (52y + 9y)
= 35x + 61y
Therefore, the simplified expression is 35x + 61y.
The answer is B. 35x + 61y.