1. The problem is to simplify the expression given by the user. However, no specific expression was provided, so I will explain the general approach to simplification. 2. Simplification in algebra involves reducing an expression to its simplest form by combining like terms, factoring, expanding, or canceling common factors. 3. Important rules include: - Combine like terms: terms with the same variable and exponent. - Use distributive property: $$a(b+c) = ab + ac$$. - Factor expressions when possible. - Cancel common factors in fractions. 4. Without a specific expression, I cannot perform intermediate steps or provide a final answer. 5. Please provide the expression you want to simplify for a detailed solution.