The simplified expression of
is
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Solution:
Given expression is
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To simplify the given expression.

Using exponent rule: 

Using another exponent rule: 


Using exponent rule: 


Hence the simplified expression of
is
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I'm not sure what the 26 and 44 is there for but I'm guessing u want to multiply so in order to find the difference u got to multiply both sides the subtract so the answer would be 352
1/2(4+X)+2=16
2+(0.5 x X) + 2 = 16
4 + (0.5 x X) = 16
0.5 x X = 12
X = 24
idk if u understand my working out - message me if u dont
hope it helped tho :)
Price of a cone after tax = 14.58/6 = 2.43
Price before tax = 2.43 - 0.17 = 2.26
In short, Your Answer would be $2.26
Hope this helps!