Question

Simplify the expression show work

Answer 1

4(x−2)

Explanation:

4x−24+16

Factor out 4.

4(x−2)

Consider x−6+4. Multiply and combine like terms.

x−2

Rewrite the complete factored expression.

4(x−2)

Answer 2

4x-8

Explanation:

simplify by combining like terms so 4x and then -24+16=-8