Question

Which expression will simplify (3a + 6) (7a - 2)?

Answer 1

63a + 6

Explanation:

we have to first simplify this

(3a+6)(7a-2)

21a-6+42a+12

63a+6

Answer 2

Explanation:

Use FOIL method

(3a+ 6)(7a - 2) = 3a* 7a + (3a)*(-2) + 6*7a + 6*(-2)

= 21a² - 6a + 42a - 12 {Combine like terms}

= 21a² + 36a - 12