Question

Simplify 5(x + 3) - 9x+4.
O A. 14x+7
O B.-4x+19
O C. 14x+19
D. -4x+7​

Answer 1

B

Explanation:

distribute

5x+15-9x+4

combine like terms

-4x+19

Answer 2

B -4x+19

-4x+19 is the simplest form of 5(x + 3) - 9x+4

Explanation:

5(x + 3) - 9x+4.

= 5x + 15 - 9x + 4

= -4x + 19