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Which algebraic expression is equivalent to the expression below?

8(3x - 5)
A.
24x - 40
B.
8x - 3
C.
8x - 8
D.
24x + 40

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Using the distributive property,


8(3x-5)\\\\=8(3x)-5(8)\\\\=24x-40

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