Question

Which expression is equivalent to 3(x - 6) + 5(x - 4)?

Answer 1

7x-38

Explanation:

1. Distribute

3x-18+5x-20

2. Simplify

7x-38

Answer 2

8x - 38

Explanation:

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Use distributive property.

3(x-6) + 5(x-4)

3x - 3(6) + 5x -5(4)

3x - 18 + 5x - 20

8x - 38