Liz simplified the expression 5x - 3(4 - x) and got 2x -12. Did she simplify the expression correctly? Explain how you know.

Crono asked Feb 23, 2022

33,504 views

21 votes

Crono asked Feb 23, 2022

by Crono

2.7k points

Your comment on this question:

Email me at this address if a comment is added after mine:Email me if a comment is added after mine

Privacy: Your email address will only be used for sending these notifications.

Email me at this address if my answer is selected or commented on:Email me if my answer is selected or commented on

Privacy: Your email address will only be used for sending these notifications.

26 votes

Answer:

Explanation:

Incorrect. She forgot to change the sign while distributing.

5x - 3(4-x) = 5x - 12 + 3x = 8x - 12

3.4k points

Email me at this address if a comment is added after mine:Email me if a comment is added after mine

Privacy: Your email address will only be used for sending these notifications.

Welcome to QAmmunity.org, where you can ask questions and receive answers from other members of our community.

1.6m questions

2.0m answers