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

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Explanation:

Incorrect. She forgot to change the sign while distributing.

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

Mwcz answered Apr 25, 2022

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