Question

Shayla states that r2+5r+3r is an equivalent expression to 9r. Why is Shayla’s statement incorrect? Explain

Answer 1

Her Statement is wrong

Explanation:

LHS = 2r + 5r + 3r

= 10r

RHS = 9r

LHS ≠ RHS

∴ Shayla's statement is wrong

Answer 2

Shayla is incorrect because if you add them it would be 8r+r2

Explanation:

You should probably double check because the question it a little confusing and I could always be wrong.