Question

simplify.
5.7x - 2.8x

Explanation:

Step1: Factor out common variable $x$

$5.7x - 2.8x = x(5.7 - 2.8)$

Step2: Subtract the coefficients

$x(5.7 - 2.8) = x(2.9)$

Step3: Rewrite in standard form

$x(2.9) = 2.9x$

Answer:

$2.9x$