The line plot shows the weight gain, in pounds, of several dogs seen on monday by a veterinarian at the animal clinic.

a number line with one x above .5, one x above 1.5, one x above 2, one x above 3, two xs above 3.5, two xs above 4, one x above 4.5, and one x above 8.5. how many dogs gained fewer than 3 lb?

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3. (5x + 1) - (-10x + 6)

simplify the answer choice. combine like terms. remember to distribute the negative to the terms inside the second parenthesis. also remember that two negatives = one positive, and one of each sign = negative.

- (-10x + 6) = + 10x - 6

simplify. combine like terms:

5x + 1 + 10x - 6

5x + 10x + 1 - 6

15x - 5

∴ it is your answer

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