Question

Using the distributive property simplify the expression
-2(5y + 6) + 3 - 5y

Answer 1

`\Huge \boxed{-15y-9}`

Explanation:

To solve this problem, first you have to use the distributive property of
`\displaystyle a(b+c)=ab+ac`.

First, expand.

`\displaystyle -2(5y+6)`

`-2*5=-10`

`\displaystyle -2*6=-12`

`\displaystyle -10y-12`

`\displaystyle -10y-12+3-5y`

Next, solve.

`\displaystyle -10-12+3-5=\boxed{-15y-9}`

In conclusion, the correct answer is -15y-9.