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Simplify the following expression: –3(t – 2) + 3(t – 4)

6t + 18

A- –6

B- 6

C- –6t + 6

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Answer:

A. -6

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

  • Distributive Property

Algebra I

  • Terms/Coefficients

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify

-3(t - 2) + 3(t - 4)

Step 2: Simplify

  1. [Parenthesis] Distribute: -3(t - 2) + 3(t - 4) = -3t + 6 + 3t - 12
  2. Combine like terms: -3(t - 2) + 3(t - 4) = -6
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