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How to make a simplified expression for 4(y + 3) - 5

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Answer:

4y + 7

Explanation:

Simplify. Use the distribution method, and follow PEMDAS.

PEMDAS is the order of operation. It stands for:

Parenthesis

Exponents (& Roots)

Multiplication

Division

Addition

Subtraction

Distribute 4 to all terms within the parenthesis. In this case, you are multiplying 4 to all the terms:

4(y + 3) = (4 * y) + (4 * 3) = 4y + 12

Next, combine like terms (terms with the same amount of variables);

4y + 12 - 5

4y + (12 - 5)

4y + 7

4y + 7 is your simplified expression.

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