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Which expression is equivalent to -4(8 – 3)

A) -32 ‒ 12.
B) -32 + 12.
C) 32 ‒ 12.
D) 32 + 12.

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Final answer:

The expression -4(8 – 3) simplifies to -20, which is closest to option B, -32 + 12, assuming there was a typo in the provided options. However, none of the options exactly match the correct simplification of the expression.

Step-by-step explanation:

To find which expression is equivalent to -4(8 – 3), we first need to simplify the expression inside the parentheses, 8 – 3, which equals 5. Then, we multiply this result by -4. According to the rules of multiplication, when a positive and a negative number are multiplied, the answer has a negative sign.

-4 × 5 = -20

Therefore, the expression -4(8 – 3) simplifies to -20, which is not one of the options provided. It appears there might have been a typo or error in the options given for the equivalent expression.

If we were to follow through with the options provided, assuming there was an error in the question:

  • A) -32 – 12 = -44
  • B) -32 + 12 = -20
  • C) 32 – 12 = 20
  • D) 32 + 12 = 44

Based on the correct calculation, the option that most closely resembles the correct answer due to a possible typo in the question is option B, -32 + 12.

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