Question

What is the simplified expression for the expression below?

4(x + 8) + 5(x – 3)

a) 9x + 5
b) 9x + 11
c) 9x + 17
d) 9x + 47

Answer 1

C

Explanation:

We have the expression 4(x + 8) + 5(x - 3).

First, expand the parentheses by using the distributive property.

4(x + 8) + 5(x - 3) = 4x + 32 + 5x - 15

Now combine like terms.

4x + 32 + 5x - 15 = 9x + 17

So, C 9x + 17 is the answer.

Answer 2

The answer to your question is choice c) 9x + 17.