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Sum of 4(3x + 2) – 9 this is for algebra 2

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Answer:


\sf \: 12x−1

Explanation:

Let's simplify step-by-step.

4(3x+2)−9

Distribute:

=(4)(3x)+(4)(2)+−9

=12x+8+−9

Combine Like Terms:

=12x+8+−9

=(12x)+(8+−9)

=12x+−1

=12x−1

User Klimbo
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Start off by multiplying 4 into the terms in the bracket. After that, combine the like terms, which is this case is 8-9 which gives you -1. Therefore the ans is 12x-1. Feel free to look at the picture and clarify if you have any questions
Sum of 4(3x + 2) – 9 this is for algebra 2-example-1
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