Question

Choose the answer that is a simplified version of:
4(1 + 2x)

Answer 1

4+8x

Explanation:

4(1+2x)

STEP 1: multiply the number outside the bracket by the numbers in the bracket.

4 × 1 = 4

4 × 2x = 8x

STEP 2: add your answer.

4 + 8x.

NOTE: If the numbers are like terms, you can add them. Example: 2x + 8x.

if they are not like terms do not add the up. Example: 4 +9x