Question

Simplify to create an equivalent expression.
2−4(5p+1)

Answer 1

-2 - 20p

Explanation:

First distribute 2 - 4 ( 5p + 1 )

Next do 2 - 20p - 4 and add 2+ - 4

Therefore, your answer is -2 - 20p

Answer 2

-2-20p OR -20p-2

Explanation:

2-4(5p+1)

Rewrite (the spaces can help me to view the different parts):

2 -4(5p + 1)

Distribute:

2 -20p -4

Combine like terms:

-2-20p

Answer:

-2-20p OR -20p-2