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Math Journal Brian says that the expressions 2(x + 2) and 3(x + 1) + 1 are

equivalent because they name the same value when x = 0. Is Brian's reasoning
correct? Explain.

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User Robo Robok
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4(x + 2) your welcome
User Chresse
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Explanation:

if 2(0+2)=0+4=4 Answer

3(0+1)+1=(0+3)+1=4 Answer

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