Question

Simplify the expression.
4(b−6) +19
=

Answer 1

4b - 5

Explanation:

First, distribute 4 to the terms inside the parenthesis:

4 (b - 6) = (4 · b) - (4 · 6) = 4b - 24

The expression we have now is:

4b - 24 + 19

Combine the like terms (-24 and 19) to get the solution:

4b - 5

Answer 2

4b - 5

Explanation:

4(b−6) + 19

= 4b - 24 + 19

= 4b - 5

So, the answer is 4b - 5