Decide whether 2 x + 8 and 2(× + 4) + 4 are equivalent expression. explain how you know.

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Answer:

They are not equivalent

Explanation:

2(x+4)+4

First you distribute the 2.

2x+8+4

Then combine like terms

2x+12

Therefore they are not equivalent

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