Question

3(x + 5) + 2(x – 4)
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Answer 1

5x + 7

Explanation:

Distribute 3x + 15 + 2x - 8

Combine like-terms 5x + 7

Answer 2

5x + 7

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Distributive Property

Algebra I

• Terms/Coefficients

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

3(x + 5) + 2(x - 4)

Step 2: Simplify

1. Distribute: 3x + 15 + 2x - 8
2. Combine like terms (x): 5x + 15 - 8
3. Combine like terms (Z): 5x + 7