Question

Simplify the expression -2(p+4)^2-3+5p what is the simplest expression in standard form

Answer 1

-2p² -11p -35

Explanation:

Expanding the square you have ...

-2(p^2 +8p +16) -3 +5p

Eliminating parentheses makes it ...

-2p^2 -16p -32 -3 +5p

Collecting terms gives ...

-2p^2 -11p -35