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Which algebraic expression is equivalent to this expression?

9(5x+8)-9x


A.
36x - 8
B.
36x + 72
C.
45x + 63
D.
54x + 72

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The answer is b

9(5x+8-x)
9(4x+8)
36(x+2)
36x+72
User Henley
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Answer:

36x+72

Explanation:

  • 9(5x+8)-9x
  • 45x+72-9x Distribute the 9
  • 36x+72 Combine like terms
User CoolLife
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