Question

3(6x+3) - (8-x) simplify

Answer 1

Answer: 10 + 9

Step-by-step explanation:

1. Distribute: 3(6+3) - (8-x) = 18 + 9 - (8)

2. Eliminate redundant parentheses: 18 + 9 - (8) = 18 + 9 - 1 ⋅ 8

3. Multiply the numbers: 18 + 9 - 1 ⋅ 8 = 18 + 9 - 8

4. Combine like terms: 18 + 9 - 8 = 10 + 9

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