Question

3(58 - 6) - 2(4x + 5)?
Which expression is equal to

Answer 1

-8x + 146

Explanation:

Step 1: Write out expression

3(58 - 6) - 2(4x + 5)

Step 2: Parenthesis

3(52) - 2(4x + 5)

Step 3: Multiply

156 - 2(4x + 5)

Step 4: Distribute

156 - 8x - 10

Step 5: Combine like terms (constants)

-8x + 146