Question

Which algebraic expression is equivalent to this expression?

8(3x + 4) + 18

A. 56x
B. 24x + 14
C. 24x + 50
D. 8x + 7

Answer 1

C

Explanation:

multiply the terms inside the parenthesis by the 8 outside and collect like terms.

8(3x + 4) + 18

= (8 × 3x) + (8 × 4) + 18

= 24x + 32 + 18

= 24x + 50 → C

Answer 2

C. Is the correct answer.