Question

Simplify 4(x + 5) - 2x

Answer 1

Answer:2x+20

Explanation:

1. Distribute. 4(x)=4x

2. 4(5)=20

3. Then subtract 2x from 4x which would equal 2x

4. add the 20 at the end

Answer 2

`\boxed{\sf{2x+20}}`

Explanation:

Use the distributive property.

Distributive property:

• A(B+C)=AB+AC
• A(B-C)=AB-AC

4(x+5)-2x

Expand.

4*x=4x

4*5=20

Rewrite the problem.

4x+20-2x

Combine like terms.

4x-2x+20

4x-2x=2x

= 2x+20

Therefore, the final answer is 2x+20.

I hope this helps, let me know if you have any questions.