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Which expression is equivalent?

7 − 4(2x − 3)
A) 8x + 5
B) 8x − 19
C) −8x + 5
D) −8x + 19

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It’s answer D because when you slave it you will get -8x+19
User Ttemple
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Answer:

D.

Explanation:

First, we expand the expression using the rule:


x(y - z) = xy - xz


7 - (4 * 2x)- ( - 4 * 3)

Double negative = Positive


7 - (4 * 2x) + (4 * 3)


7 - 8x + 12


- 8x + 19

The answer is D.

User Srikanth Kandalam
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