Question

Rewrite each expression using the distributive property.then combine like terms if possible

-8(x+4)+5(x+4)

Answer 1

Answer: -3(x + 4)

Explanation:

Answer 2

-3(x + 4)

Explanation:

1. First, combine the like terms:

-8(x + 4) + 5(x + 4)

-3(x + 4)

2. Next, distribute:

-3(x + 4)

-3x + 12

3. Finally, use the common factor:

-3x + 12

-3(x + 4)