Question

Which algebraic expression is equivalent to the expression below?

5(4x + 3) + 5(9 - x)
A.
25x + 60
B.
15x + 60
C.
15x + 30
D.
15x - 60
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Answer 1

Let's simplify step-by-step.5(4x+3)+5(9−x)Distribute:=(5)(4x)+(5)(3)+(5)(9)+(5)(−x)=20x+15+45+−5xCombine Like Terms:=20x+15+45+−5x=(20x+−5x)+(15+45)=15x+60

Answer is B

Answer 2

• 15x+60

Explanation:

`\sf 5(4x + 3) + 5(9 - x)`

`\sf 20x+15+5\left(9-x\right)`

`\sf 20x+15+45-5x`

`\sf 15x+60`