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simplify by applying the distributive principle and combining like terms if appropriate.
(2 - (6x - 7))
(2 - (6x - 7) = \square)
(simplify your answer.)
Distribute the negative sign
$$
2 - (6x - 7) = 2 - 6x + 7
$$
Combine like terms
$$
2 + 7 - 6x = 9 - 6x
$$
Write in standard form
$$
-6x + 9
$$
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Simplify by applying the distributive principle and combining like terms if appropriate.
\(2 - (6x - 7) =\) <blank>\(-6x + 9\)</blank>