Simplify this expression: 3(x + 4.5) + 2(2.6x – 3)

1. Distribute the 3 and 2 through the parentheses: 3(x) + 3(4.5) + 2(2.6x) - 2(3)

2. Find each product: 3x + 13.5 + 5.2x - 6

3. Combine like terms:

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