Question

Simplify the expression (2y+1)-4y^2+2

Answer 1

(2 + 1 ) − 4 2 + 2

Explanation:

1. Eliminate redundant parentheses

( 2 + 1 ) − 4 2 + 2 2 + 1 − 4 2 + 2

2 . Add the numbers

2 + 1 − 4 2 + 2 2 + 3 − 4 2

3. Rearrange terms

2 y +3 − 4 2 − 4 2 + 2 + 3

Answer 2

-4y^2+2y+3

Explanation:

(2y+1)-4y^2+2

2y+1-4y^2+2

-4y^2+2y+1+2

-4y^2+2y+3