Question

4(x+5)+4x+8

Which of the following is equivalent to the equation above AND WHY?

a.) 4(2x+7)
b.) 8(x+4)
c.) 5x+17
d.) 8x+13

I need help ASAP

Answer 1

b.) 8(x+4) is the best choice

Answer 2

A.) 4(2x + 7)

Explanation:

4(2x + 7)

4(x + 5) + 4x + 8

4x + 20 + 4x + 8

8x + 28

4(2x + 7)