Question

Simplify the expression 14+5(x+3) - 7x​

Answer 1

- 2x +29

Explanation:

Open up the parenthesis, then simplify

14 + 5x + 15 - 7x

5x - 7x + 14 + 15

-2x + 29

Answer 2

`14+5(x+3) - 7x`

Distribute:

`14+(5)(x)+(5)(3)-7x`

`14+5x+15-7x`

Combine Like Terms:

`(5x-7x)+(14+15)`

`\fbox{-2x + 29}`