Question

Which algebraic expression is equivalent to the expression below? 15(3 + 5x) + 25

Answer 1

Simplify the expression. First, distribute 15 to all terms within the parenthesis

15(3 + 5x) + 25

15(3) = 45

15(5x) = 75x

45 + 75x + 25

Simplify. Combine like terms

75x + (45 + 25)

75x + 70

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75x + 70 is your simplified expression.

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