Question

Match each expression with the equivalent expression.

2(6x + 6)

16x - 8

3(x - 2)

3(4x + 4)

2x + 6

4(x + 3)

Options for ALL:

4x + 12
2(x + 3)
8(2x - 1)
12x + 12
3x - 6

Answer 1

3x-6 I am sorry if I am wrong

Answer 2

Answer: distributing

2(6x + 6) is 12x + 12

16x - 8 is 8(2x - 1)

3(x - 2) is 3x - 6

3(4x + 4) is 12x + 12

2x + 6 is 2(x + 3)

4(x + 3) is 12x + 12

Explanation:

Distribute the number in front of the parenthesis to the numbers inside the parenthesis .

for example: 3(x-2)

3 times x = 3x

3 times -2= -6

answer: 3x - 6