Question

Simplify the following expression.
3(x + 2) - 5x

Answer 1

-2x+6

Explanation:

First, multiply x+2 by 3.

3 x x = 3x

3 x 2 = 6

3(x+2) simplifies to 3x+6

Rewrite the equation: 3x+6-5x

Combine like terms

3x - 5x = -2x

-2x+6

Answer 2

It should be -2x +6

Explanation: