Question

Which expression is equivalent to -2(5x – 0.75)?

10x – 0.75
10x + 0.75
0 -10x - 1.5
0-10x + 1.5

Answer 1

0 –10x + 1.5

Explanation:

-2(5x - 0.75)

-2*5x = -10 -2*0.75 = 1.5

> -10x + 1.5 <

Answer 2

0 - 10x + 1.5

Explanation:

-2(5x - 0.75)

Expand the bracket

-10x + 1.5

0 - 10x + 1.5 is the equivalent expression