Question

What is the answer to 2(x+4)-3

Answer 1

2x+5

Explanation:

If by answer you mean the simplified version, then the first thing you have to do is distribute the 2 among the (x+4).

2(x + 4) - 3 = (2x + 8) - 3

simplify

= 2x + 5

The answer is 2x+5.

Answer 2

2x+8-3
8-3=5
5/2= 2.5