To add the linear expressions \(7(n−2)+5(n+4)+3(n+1)\), let's simplify each part step by step:
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Distribute the constants:
- \(7(n−2) = 7n - 14\)
- \(5(n+4) = 5n + 20\)
- \(3(n+1) = 3n + 3\)
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Combine all the expressions: \[ 7n - 14 + 5n + 20 + 3n + 3 \]
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Combine like terms (the \(n\) terms and the constant terms):
- \(7n + 5n + 3n = 15n\)
- \(-14 + 20 + 3 = 9\)
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Putting it all together gives us: \[ 15n + 9 \]
Thus, the final answer is 15n + 9.
So the correct response is: 15n + 9.