Why is this simplified by combining like terms 3(4x+5) +2

Happier asked May 21, 2022

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Why is this simplified by combining like terms
3(4x+5) +2

Happier asked May 21, 2022

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3(4x+5)+2
3•4x=12x
5•3=15+2=17
Answer= 12x + 17

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