Consider the expression x+6/3^2−(2⋅3)+5

Question

. What is the simplified denominator?(1 point)
Responses

8
8

26
26

56
56

−2

Answer 1

To simplify the expression \( x + \frac{6}{3^2} - (2 \cdot 3) + 5 \), let's focus on the denominator of the fraction \( \frac{6}{3^2} \).

1. Calculate \( 3^2 \): \[ 3^2 = 9 \]

2. Now, we rewrite the expression: \[ x + \frac{6}{9} - (6) + 5 \]

The simplified denominator of the fraction \( \frac{6}{3^2} \) is \( 9 \).

To summarize, while the overall expression can be simplified, the question specifically asks for the simplified denominator of the fraction, which is:

9

None of the provided responses (8, 26, 56, -2) are correct, given the calculation above. If you meant to refer to a different part of the expression, please clarify, and I will assist you accordingly.