Question

What is the distributed property for
2y-(4x+5)-7

Answer 1

2(y - 2x - 6)

Explanation:

Step 1: Write out expression

2y - (4x + 5) - 7

Step 2: Distribute negative

2y - 4x - 5 - 7

Step 3: Combine like terms

2y - 4x - 12

Step 4: Factor out 2

2(y - 2x - 6)