Question

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Which of the following expressions is equivalent to -6(2x+5)?

(1). -12x-30
(2). -42x
(3). 3-3(4x+11)
(4). -2(6x+15)

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3
C. 1,3,4
D. 1,2,3,4

Answer 1

1st & 4th answers are correct.

Explanation:

-6 ( 2x + 5 )

Solve the brackets.

- 12x - 30

We can also write the answer like this.

Take -2 out of the brackets.

- 12x - 30 → -2 ( 6x + 15 )

Therefore, 1st & 4th answers are correct.