Question

Tyler is simplifying the expression 6 - 2x + 5 + 4x. Here is his work:

6 - 2x + 5 + 4x
(6 - 2)x + (5 + 4)x
4x + 9x
13x
Tyler’s work is incorrect. Explain the error he made.

Answer 1

You have to combine like terms. The 6 and the 5 go together to make 11. The -2x and the 4x go together to make 2x

The simplified answer should be 2x+11

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer: 13x

Explanation:

He multiply 13 by both side which caused a error