Question

Simplify 5.4x−1.1−3(x−1.1)

Answer 1

2.4x + 2.2

Explanation:

1. Distribute -3 through the parenthesis

2. Combined the like terms

Answer 2

2.4x +2.2

Explanation:

5.4x−1.1−3(x−1.1)

The first step is to distribute the -3

5.4x−1.1−3(x) -3(−1.1)

5.4x -1.1 -3x +3.3

Now we need to combine like terms

5.4x-3x -1.1+3.3

2.4x +2.2