Question

Please simplify the following problem 3(u-6)-7u

Answer 1

Answer: -4u - 18

Explanation:

3 ( u -6) - 7u

Mulitpy 6 by 3

3u - 18 - 7u

Subtract 3 both sides except 18

Answer = -4u - 18

Answer 2

-4u - 18

Explanation:

Simplifying expressions:

`3(u-6)-7u`

Distribute 3

`3u-18-7u`

We can rearrange the terms to make adding our like terms easier

`3u+-18+-7u`

`-4u - 18`