Question

Maria thinks the two expressions 2(3a-2) + 4a and 10a - 2 are equivalent. Is she correct? Explain your reasoning.

Answer 1

yes they are both equal

Explanation:

they are both equal because 2(3a-2)+4a simplified is 10a-2 because if you combine like terms you will have this result!

hope i was clear

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