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Which expression is equivalent to 3(6x−4)−8(x−7)?



A. 10x+3


B. 10 x + 44


C. 25x−15


D. 26x+56

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Answer: B. 10x+44

Explanation: distribute the 3 through the first set of parenthesis and the -8 through the second parentheses to get 18x-12-8x+56. Afterwards collect like terms with 18x-8x and -12+56 to get 10x+44. Hope that helps! Have a good day :))
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