Question

Which expression is NOT equivalent to the expression 8m + 12?

A - 1/2 (16m + 24)
B - 4 (2m + 3)
C - 2 (4m + 6)
D - 8 (m +12)

Answer 1

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Answer:

D. 8 (m +12)

Explanation:

One cannot factor the coefficient from the first term and apply that to both terms. The result is NOT equivalent.

8m +12 ≠ 8(m +12) = 8m +96