Write in lowest terms. 3x-x-2

Answer 1

To simplify the expression \(3x - x - 2\), combine like terms.

1. Combine the \(x\) terms: \(3x - x = 2x\).
2. So, the expression simplifies to: \[ 2x - 2 \]

Next, you can factor out a common factor:

\[ 2(x - 1) \]

Thus, the expression in its lowest terms is:

\[ 2(x - 1) \]