Question

Which algebraic expression is equivalent to the expression below?

7(4x + 5) + 2x
a.30x+35
b.30x+5
c.6x+35
d.28x+35

Answer 1

a.30x+35

Explanation:

7(4x + 5) + 2x

28x + 35 + 2x

30x + 35

Answer 2

30x +35

Explanation:

7(4x + 5) + 2x

Distribute

28x +35 +2x

Combine like terms

30x +35