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Is 5(3x +4) equivalent to 15x + 20 ?

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Yes. You multiply 5 to both sides. 5 x 3x= 15x and 5 x 4 = 20 so yes it would equal 15x+20
User Peter Lavelle
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Answer:

yes

Explanation:

5(3x+4)

5*3=15

5*4=20

15x+20

User Satoukum
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