How does 4+16x-12(1+2x) equal 16x-12-24x+4? I am so confused please help me

TiMESPLiNTER asked Oct 18, 2023

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TiMESPLiNTER asked Oct 18, 2023

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Explanation:

4 + 16x - 12(1 + 2x)

expand brackets

-12 × 1 = -12

-12 × 2x = -24x

4 + 16x - 12 - 24x

Udy answered Oct 23, 2023

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