Question

Which of the following expressions is equivalent to

1/4(8x +12)?
*2x +12
*5x
*2x +3
*14x

Answer 1

C. 2x + 3.

Explanation:

1. simplify.

`(8x + 12)/(4)`

2. factor out the common term 4.

`(4(2x + 3))/(4)`

3. Simplify.

`2x + 3`

therefor, the answer is 2x + 3.

Answer 2

• C. 2x +3

Explanation:

Simplify:

• 1/4(8x +12) =
• 1/4(8x) + 1/4(12) =
• 2x + 3

Correct option is C