Simplify each algebraic expression. Enter the exact answers in expanded form. a) $$\frac{1}{3}y - 2\left(\frac{5}{3}y + z\right) =$$ b) $$4p(q - 1) + q(1 - p) =$$ Submit Assig
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First, distribute the -2 into the parenthesis: $$-2\left(\frac{5}{3}y + z\right) = -2 \cdot \frac{5}{3}y - 2 \cdot z = -\frac{10}{3}y - 2z$$ Show more…
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