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16. Simplify the expression. 3(x−4y)−2(4x+y) 3X−12Y−8X−2Y

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Hello!

Answer:


\Large \boxed{\sf -5x-14y}

Explanation:

→ We want to simplify this expressions:


\sf 3(x-4y)-2(4x+y)

Remove parentheses:


\sf 3x-12y-8x-2y

Order the expression:


\sf 3x-8x-2y-12y

Combine like terms:


\boxed{\sf -5x-14y}

Conclusion:

The expression 3(x - 4y) - 2(4x + y) is equal to -5x - 14y.

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