Question

I'm studying for my Algebra 1 midterm and I ran into a problem.. I have to simplify 4(2-5x) -3(5x-2). As an answer, I got 14-35x, however when looking at the study guide, she got -35x + 14.. What did I do wrong??

Answer 1

You always put numbers with variables first!

Explanation:

4(2-5x) -3(5x-2)

8 - 20x - 15x + 6

8 - 35x + 6

-35x + 14