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If the expression 4 (3x + 5) is expanded, what is the coefficient of x?

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Answer:

12

Explanation:

4 (3x + 5)

Distribute

4*3x + 4*5

12x + 20

The coefficient of x is 12

User Wotaskd
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4 (3x +5) =4(3x) +4(5) =12x +20

thus the coefficient of x is 12

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