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First factor the each term in the expression.
\3n = 3 · n
\9 = 3 · 3
\The GCF is the product of the common prime factors in each term.
\GCF = 3
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Write each term as a product of the GCF and its remaining factors.
\3n + 9 = 3(n) + 3(3)
\Combine like terms uisng distribuitve property: ab + ac = a(b + c).
\3n + 9 = 3(n + 3)
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Simplified expression is 3(n + 3) .