Question

If the expression 4 (3x + 5) is expanded, what is the coefficient of x?

Answer 1

12

Explanation:

4 (3x + 5)

Distribute

4*3x + 4*5

12x + 20

The coefficient of x is 12

Answer 2

4 (3x +5) =4(3x) +4(5) =12x +20

thus the coefficient of x is 12