Question

#4 . Simplify the expression 2(x − 8) + 2(12). *

Answer 1

x = -4

Explanation:

2x-16+24 = 2x+8

2x = -8

x = -4

Answer 2

Hey there!

2(x - 8) + 2(12)

DISTRIBUTE 2 WITHIN PARENTHESES

= 2(x) + 2(-8) + 2(12)

= 2x - 16 + 24

COMBINE the LIKE TERMS

= 2x + (-16 + 24)

= 2x + 8

Therefore, your answer is: 2x + 8

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