Question

Simplify: -4a + 2(a + 9)

Answer 1

-2a + 18

Explanation:

-4a + 2(a+9)

Distribute:

2 * a = 2a

2 * 9 = 18

-4a + 2a + 18

Combine Like Terms:

-2a + 18

Answer 2

Answer: -2a+18

Explanation:

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